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http://blog.beretta.com/convergence-why-your-zero-is-only-correct-at-two-distances | SHOP Online Store Shop the Beretta estore Find a Dealer Find a Shop in Shop Gallery New York Dallas Buenos Aires Paris Milano London FIREARMS By Activity Clay Shooting Upland Waterfowl Home Defense Tactical By Product Shotguns Carbines Rifles PREMIUM WORLD COLLECTIONS WORLD OF BERETTA Community Company Beretta Holding Private Museum Les Henokiens Vineyards Beretta Trident Program Beretta Foundation Car Collection Team Beretta Join the BClub Videos Blog Facebook Events Calendar Xtreme Flyways Customer Service Beretta App Customer Service BDT GALLERIES Beretta Blog Convergence Why Your Zero is Only Correct at Two Distances Posted by Dick Jones on Sep 12 2014 41200 PM Its a common misconception that once a bullet leaves the muzzle of a gun it rises When I was a young man I simply couldnt understand what forces of nature caused this phenomenon to occur yet the photos in the books always showed the bullet rising up above the line of sight when the parabolic curve of a bullets trajectory was illustrated Also see How To Improve Your Handgun Accuracy In One Easy Step The fact is that maybe it isnt a misconception at all because the bullet has to rise above the line of the sights for it to hit where the sights are aligned because the bore of the gun is below the line of sight To understand all this you have to understand a little bit about how a bullet reacts to gravity once its fired When a bullet is fired from a gun it falls at exactly the same rate it would fall if it were dropped from your fingers Gravity exerts the same pull on the bullet whether its If we could see the flight path of the bullet it would represent a parabolic arc with the rate of curve increasing with distance This is simply because the further the bullet goes the slower it is and since the effect of gravity is the same no matter how fast the bullet flies the angle of drop is sharper at the slower speed The confusing part of this is the relationship of the curved flight path of the bullet relating to the straight line thats created by the sights or scope Since the scope or sights on a gun are above the bore they must be set to converge at the point where the shooter wants the bullet to hit This means the line of sight cant be parallel to the bore because the distance between the line of sight and bullet path would only increase as the bullet is pulled down by gravity By setting the line of sight and the bullets path to converge at a certain point the gun can shoot where the sight is aligned A bonus of this is that as gravity continues to pull the The Modern Sporting Rifle the politically correct term for guns like the Beretta ARX100 or AR15 is a great example of this The design of these types of rifles causes the bore of the rifle to be very low under the sights This allows less muzzle jump and facilitates staying on the target for a fast followup shot but it does create some issues in zeroing for close ranges as used in three gun matches Since the scope on an ARX100 is about two and a half inches above the bore of the rifle the Modern Sporting Rifle is much more susceptible to problems with close zero Bolt action hunting rifles have only about 15 inches of offset between line of bore LOB and line of sight LOS compared to the two and a half inches of the MSR An MSR that shoots at point of aim at 25 yards will be about six inches high at 100 yards The second convergence of LOS and LOB will be at 300 yards A bolt rifle with a 15 offset will shoot only about three inches high at that same distance This is because the angle of convergence is greater with the higher line of sight over the bore These numbers are based on ammunition with muzzle velocities around 2700 feet per second the approximate velocity of the 223 round and most currently used deer calibers A better base zero for the MSR or other rifles with the scope much higher than the bore is to zero the rifle at 50 yards The second convergence will then occur at 200 to 250 yards and the rifle will shoot six inches or a little less low at 300 yards At 100 yards the rifle will shoot about 15 inches high and 15 inches low at 25 yards While the Modern Sporting Rifle is fast gaining a following among hunters far more hunters use traditional bolt lever and semiauto rifles with much less scope offset but the same issues apply though the changes arent as extreme Many Eastern hunters zero at the distance they assume they will most likely shoot In the Eastern states few deer are shot at distances beyond a hundred yards and many hunters sight in at that exact range If theres any chance the distance will exceed 100 yards by any significant amount this is not a good idea A rifle zeroed at 100 A better solution would be to sight the rifle in to be dead on at 200 yards This would put the bullet about two inches high at 100 yards and only about two inches low at 250 yards This would allow the hunter to hold center on any shot between the muzzle and 250 yards and never deviate more than two inches not really a factor considering the kill zone of a deer or even a groundhog Its true that information like this might be a bit boring but the fact is that some knowledge and planning in setting up your base zero can pay big dividends if the occasion arises for a long range shot A little planning can make the difference between a long range trophy and a long shot heartbreak story Topics New Shooters Competitive Shooting Written by Dick Jones Dick Jones is an award winning freelance writer living in High Point North Carolina Hes an NRA Certified Instructor a Distinguished Rifleman former High Master and teaches shotgun rifle and pistol as well as the North Carolina Concealed Carry Certification and Hunter Safety at Lewis Creek Shooting School He can be reached at offtheporch52yahoocom or on his Lewis Creek Shooting School facebook page Facebook Posts by Topic Concealed Carry 126 Hunting 97 Self Defense 83 New 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http://blog.bigfoottour.com/victoria-peak-hong-kong/ | StepbyStep Guide to Hong Kong Victoria Peak Posted on February 27 2017 A journey to Hong Kong is incomplete without a trip to Victoria Peak one of the most popular tourist attraction in Hong Kong Standing at 552 metres above sea level Victoria Peak is the highest mountain on Hong Kong island offering a breathtaking aweinspiring view of Hong Kong In this travel guide we share with you some interesting stories on Victoria Peak how to get there as well as our stepbystep guide for the best and free view from the top History of Victoria Peak in Hong Kong Did you know that Victoria Peak has a few Chinese names They are Tai Ping Shan which refers to the Mountain of Great Peace and Tse Ki Shan which stands for the Mountain of the Hoisted Flag Before the Opium War Hong Kong was haunted by pirates These pirates would raise their flag of skull and skeleton on the Victoria Peak and demand merchant ships to surrender large amount of treasure Hence the locals refer to Victoria Peak as the Mountain of the Hoisted Flag Tse Ki Shan The most famous pirate was known as Cheung Po Tsai Eventually Cheung Po Tsai worked handinhand with the Qing Dynasty and brought peace to the area As a result gone were the days when pirate flags were hoisted on Victoria Peak The official Chinese name of Victoria Peak became the Mountain of Great Peace Tai Ping Shan Victoria Peak is also known as Mount Austin Today we named it after Queen Victoria This goes back to Hong Kongs history when the First Opium War started in 1840 The war finally ended in August 1842 with the signing of Chinas first unequal treaty the Treaty of Nanking In essence the Qing government ceded Hong Kong island to the British which was under reign of Queen Victoria Back then British colonies developed hillstations wherever possible as a refuge from the lowland heat and the tropical diseases that claimed so many lives In spite of its small size Hong Kong was no exception Victoria Peak used to be a natural signalling post for incoming cargo ships in the 19th Century In time the more privileged early residents such as our governors found the Peak District to be the perfect retreat from Hong Kong summer heat How to Get to Victoria Peak in Hong Kong Today Victoria Peak is worldfamous for offering fabulous panoramic views of Hong Kong There are many ways to get to Victoria Peak By the Peak Tram The most popular option is to catch the Peak Tram from the Lower Terminus The Peak Tram operates from 7am to 12 midnight and it takes only seven minutes to get to the top Provided that the waiting line is short this is the quickest way to get to Victoria Peak More often than not the queue for Peak Tram at the Lower Terminus is terribly long sometimes up to 2 hours This is partially because travel agents with big tour groups typically have priority access to the Peak Tram Consequently the wait becomes frustrating Our tip is to give the upward tram ride a miss and use the Peak Tram for the return trip instead The waiting line for Peak Tram at the Upper Terminus is usually shorter as most of these big tour groups would head back to the city by coach buses Alternatively try taking a taxi or a bus to Victoria Peak By Taxi Taxi drivers should go strictly by the meter in Hong Kong A taxi ride from Central to Victoria Peak takes around 20 minutes and the taxi fare is around HK100 By Bus 15 from Central Bus Terminus If you are up for an adventure we suggest taking Bus 15 from Central Bus Terminus Many locals adore this option in part due to the scenic and thrilling bus ride Here are the details To begin take the MTR to Central Station Once you get to Central Station head for Exit A Next look across and youll find a bus interchange on street level Thats where youll find Bus 15 Right outside Central Station Exit A take the upward escalator and cross the foot bridge Thereafter keep a lookout for the Central Bus Terminus sign In due time youll find yourself at the junction shown below Turn right straightaway and you will find an escalator that leads to the Central Bus Terminus Dont miss it At this instance make your way down to Central Bus Terminus Now look for Bus 15 On average there are buses every 1015 minutes At the moment the fare is HK980 for Adults and HK490 for Child or Senior You can pay with your Octopus card by simply scanning the card as you board the bus Otherwise please prepare exact fare because no change will be given For the purpose of having the best view during the bus ride we suggest heading up to the Upper Deck and grab the front row seat on the left side Another key point to remember please buckle up your seat belts The bus moves crazily fast Generally speaking and depending on the traffic the bus ride takes around 40 minutes Dont worry about missing a stop because Victoria Peak is the terminus station As such once the bus driver switches off the engine you have arrived at Victoria Peak Time to alight StepbyStep Guide to the Best and Free Viewing Spot at Victoria Peak At Victoria Peak youll notice a gigantic structure which looks like a bowl and a pair of chopsticks to most Chinese That is the Peak Tower where you will find Madame Tussauds Museum Upper Terminus of Peak Tram where you can buy tickets for the Peak Tram ride back to the Lower Terminus or simply use your Octopus card and Sky Terrace 428 Standing at 428 metres above sea level Sky Terrace 428 is the highest 360 degrees viewing terrace in town Youll need to purchase a ticket to enter Sky Terrace 428 For more information on ticket prices please refer to The Peak Alternatively we say take a short 15minutes walk and head straight to our SECRET SPOT In our opinion this spot offers a much more magnificent view of Hong Kongs charming skyline and the best part Its free of charge Ready Firstly head left to find this tiny path Lugard Road Lugard Road You are on the right track The tracks are wellpaved and perfect for an easy stroll For this reason this scenic path is a popular trail for joggers who love a quick getaway from the buzz of the city From here on follow the path Theres no need for any deviation Continue to stay on the right lane Keep going Similarly keep right At this point you are only a few minutes away In due time youll arrive at this spot where it seems to be THE place Well Not yet Remember we want you to have the best view from Victoria Peak With this in mind walk further up Here we are There is no obstruction but just a sight to behold An awesome view of Western Hong Kong from Victoria Peak Take as much pictures as you wish Our charming Victoria Harbour How about a Panorama shot We hope you have enjoyed this stepbystep guide to Victoria Peak For more local insights or tips and tricks to maximise your time in Hong Kong book a Big Foot Tour with us today We offer 3 kinds of private tours Real Hong Kong Tour Hong Kong Food Tour Hong Kong Private Tour each of which comes with many great opportunities to explore the city like a local Check us out now This entry was posted in Hong Kong History Hong Kong Tourist Attractions Bookmark the Travel Guide to Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery Hong Kong Best Hong Kong Fine Dining Restaurants 50 thoughts on StepbyStep Guide to Hong Kong Victoria Peak Pingback Addictive Hong Kong Greens Around The World Pingback Travel like a Local Hong Kong Private Walking Tours by Big Foot Tour Pingback Big Foot Tour Locals Guide to Hong Kong World Traveller Feature Pingback Victoria Peak Best View Hong Kong Pingback Best Places to Stay in Hong Kong Hong Kong Travel Guide Pingback FAQ Hong Kong Walking Tours Big Foot Tour Private Tours Sirleide says August 30 2017 at 955 am Hello 1st of all great article Im heading to HK next month and found your website to be really helpful I am planing to go to the peak early in the morning catch the fist ferry to the island but it seems that the bus 15C only runs after 10am and my plan was to catch the bus 7730 am Do you know if there is a different bus I can catch just outside of the pier Thanks Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says September 1 2017 at 1136 am Hi Sirleidge Bus 15C goes only to the Peak Tram station Lower Terminus To head directly to the Peak take Bus 15 at the Central Bus Terminus its a short walk from the pier Bus 15 departs from there between 615am to 948am information as of today Alternatively you can take the Green Minibus 1 from Hong Kong Station Public Transport Interchange located under the Four Seasons Hotel to the Peak Frankly Ill suggest Bus 15 over the minibus for a more scenic bus ride Reply marietta says October 7 2017 at 432 pm hello we are going to HK on november id like to ask for your best suggestion we are going to the peak on a sunday which is best to ride going there the peak tram or the bus 15 Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says October 8 2017 at 1052 am Bus 15 or a taxi The line for Peak Tram is usually way too crazy You can consider taking the Peak Tram downhill instead back to Central Reply Jen says October 18 2017 at 938 am Hi Well be at hk in the morning of sunday Is it best to go to the peak around 3pm What ride to use if were coming from jordan statiion Is the time suitable to roam around ang visit madam taussaud Thank you Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says October 18 2017 at 1126 pm Hey Jen you can usually expect crazy lines for Peak Tram on Sundays all day long unless you head there really early 7 8am For a 3pm visit Ill suggest to head to the Peak by Bus 15 or by Taxi as per our blog post So from Jordan Station itll be good for you to head to Central Station first just 3 stations on the Red MTR line Thats where you can find the Central Bus Terminus for Bus 15 as well as taxistands located nearby For Madame Tussauds you can check their opening hours from their website as of now its opened between 10am to 10pm Enjoy Reply Pingback HongKong for Chinese NewYear Maries notes Kate says November 5 2017 at 716 pm Hi there Just wanted to say thanks for the great instructions We went to the peak today and caught the 15 bus from Central It was much quicker than waiting in line for the tram and your photos and guides to Lugard Rd were spot on Thanks again Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says November 6 2017 at 701 am Glad you enjoyed it as much as we do Reply Pingback Chinese New Year Traditions Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour Olivia says January 8 2018 at 1150 pm Hi I would like to go Victoria Peak on Wednesday around 5pm Is the peak tram still crowded around this time and what do you suggest for ride back around 7pm I would like to have at least 1 ride using peak tram both way also ok if the crowd permits Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says January 9 2018 at 1231 pm Yes its the most crowded around 5pm as many head to the Peak for both the day view and then subsequently for the night view As such I would not suggest heading up the Peak by the Peak Tram For the ride back down the line should be shorter its worth a venture Reply Del Abroad says March 16 2018 at 624 am We have travelled to Victoria Peak before and it was amazing but not via this route Will have to give it go Very good and simple travel instructions so thank you Reply jessijey7 says April 22 2018 at 607 pm thank you for this post I would like to ask if I start to go to Victoria Peak at 8pm from Tsim Sha Sui do you think its okay and safe to go to the route u gave and if I decided to go to sky terrace do u think I can still make it Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says April 25 2018 at 1239 pm Yes Hong Kongs a safe city but the general travelling rule apples do not leave your valuables unattended especially if you tend to be caught up when taking photos Sky Terrace is opened till 11pm so you probably may be in time for it assuming traffics good too Reply Crystal says April 24 2018 at 122 pm Hi Thanks for the detailed explanation to get to The Peak via bus I was wondering if I want to get back to Central Bus Terminus from The Peak can I still board bus No15 Hop to get a reply soon Thank you Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says April 25 2018 at 1226 pm Yes you can take bus 15 from The Peak Reply Crystal says April 25 2018 at 1249 pm Will the fare will still be the same from The Peak to Central Bus Terminus Also do you know the operating hours of Bus No15 Will it be available throughout the day or only at certain times Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says April 25 2018 at 110 pm I would suggest for you to refer to the bus website directly for more detailed information especially if there are any changes on the day of your travel To Peak httpsmobilenwstbuscomhktextgetstopinroutephplid1l1 To Central httpsmobilenwstbuscomhktextgetstopinroutephplid0l1 Reply Crystal says April 25 2018 at 115 pm Noted with many thanks Andrea Diaz says April 28 2018 at 1220 pm Hi I just followed your instruction everything went great Thanks Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says April 28 2018 at 109 pm Our pleasure Hope you enjoy Hong Kong as much as we do Reply Pingback Top Things to Do in Hong Kong Big Foot Tour Hong Kong Tours Pingback Hong Kong Travel Tips Big Foot Tour Guide to Real Hong Kong Eugene says June 11 2018 at 820 am Hi Thank you for your informative article on Victoria Peak The pictures helps in clarifying and is really helpful I like to ask if I the starting point of Bus 15 is outside Central Pier 5 That would maybe give me a better chance of getting front row seats on the bus Many thanks Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says June 11 2018 at 924 am Hey Eugene it starts at Central Pier 5 from 10am onwards Prior to that the starting point is Exchange Square in Central Have fun If possible share your beautiful photos with us by tagging us on Facebook bigfoottour or Instagram bigfoottour_hk Our hashtag is bigfoottour Reply Jay says June 15 2018 at 1136 pm Thanks for this info Man I would just like to ask if the lines going up on the peak trams are packed during saturdays And if yes what is the best time to go as to avoid long lines Thanks in advance Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says June 17 2018 at 753 am The lines for the Peak Tram are very very crazy on Saturdays and Sundays You can expect the weekend crowd from both locals and the tourists My suggestion is to take the bus as per the blog Head early perhaps around 9am Reply Jenna says June 16 2018 at 744 pm Hello i tried it and it worked well Thank you so much for the turnbyturn directions Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says June 17 2018 at 750 am You are welcome Do share your amazing pictures with us on Instagram bigfoottour_hk or Facebook bigfoottour Reply John Mac says June 17 2018 at 349 pm Just wanted to add that Bus 15 to the Peak is much cheaper than the Peak Tram and offers a wide range of city views on its way up You can also get onoff it from Queens Road East in Wanchai Suggest sitting on the right hand side going to the Peak or left hand side coming down for the best views and top deck of course Also recommended for an alternative to Lugard Road are the concentric circles of Plantation Road Severn Road and Barker Road east of the Peak Tram terminal Typically I take Plunketts Path to Plantation Road southern part head down into Severn Rd then around the peak checking out views to Aberdeen Ocean Park and beyond ending up connecting back into Plantation Road north for the harbour views These give views all around the island I find the Lugard Road walk around the peak is for the most part obscured by plants and views are relatively limited Particularly spectacular atafter dusk Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says June 19 2018 at 1037 pm Great advice John PS it may be difficult to get a good seat on Bus 15 if you board it only at Queens Road East especially on the weekends Ill suggest boarding the bus right at the very first stop Reply Hassim says June 25 2018 at 1004 am Hello This is really amazing and helpful Can you please tell me if it open all night and for sunrise Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says June 25 2018 at 1021 am Yes the secret spot route is open for public throughout the day and night If you are asking about the Peak Tram Sky Terrace they do have opening hours and you can check from their website Public buses have their operating times too That said you can always head to Peak by the taxi Reply Pingback The Sunset Traveller Goes Solo Anjni Takes Asia Hong Kong Anis World Pingback Hong Kong Day 4 Central Area World Traveling Military Family Hash says July 20 2018 at 554 pm Hello Id like to know if this path or route is open 24hours a day or at night after midnight Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says August 7 2018 at 347 pm 24 hours Reply ivy goki says July 23 2018 at 108 pm We will be in Hong Kong on the 19th of August Your article is just amazing Thanks for the visuals Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says August 7 2018 at 347 pm Hope you enjoy Hong Kong as much as we do Ivy Reply Rachna says September 24 2018 at 503 pm Hi Ill be travelling next month with a 9 hr daytime layover at HKIA Hoping to take advantage of this and visit a few places The Peak Tsim Sha Tsui and anyplace else you might suggest Im thinking to cover the peak first to avoid the crowds and waiting mostlyso find the idea of taking Bus 15 up lugard road walk and the tram down quite good Can you please suggest how to get to TST from the peak and other places i can visit My flight lands at 0940 am and next flight is at 0900 pm The best way to get from HKIA to victoria peak If anybody has done a similar itinerary in recent months i would love to hear about your experience and suggestionsIll be travelling alone and this being my first visit to HK id be grateful for any advice Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says September 25 2018 at 815 am Best way to get from HKIA to Victoria Peak Airport Express to Hong Kong Station taxi to the Peak Best way to get from Victoria Peak to TST Peak Tram to Garden Road Lower Terminus Bus 15C to Star Ferry Pier Central Take a Star Ferry another mustdo in Hong Kong to TST Reply rachna says September 25 2018 at 146 pm Thank you How much time does the star ferry crossing take do i need to pre book the passage to save time To get back from TST to HKIA Reply Hong Kong Travel Guide Big Foot Tour says September 26 2018 at 531 pm Star Ferry takes roughly 8 minutes Theres no need to prebook you can buy the ticket on the spot TST to HKIA Take a short taxi ride to Kowloon Station From there take the Airport Express to HKIA Reply | [
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http://blog.bigtrain.com/barista-tips-beverage-trends/decaf-vs-caffeine-free-what-is-the-difference/ | Big Train Tips & Trends » Decaf vs Caffeine Free – What is the difference ? Thursday , 29 December 2011 Decaf vs Caffeine Free – What is the difference ? Caffeine is a favorite ingredient in many different beverages from around the world . It gives people a mental boost . This has been true for literally thousands of years . The first note of a caffeinated beverage is Chinese brewing tea . Legend holds that a particular Chinese emperor began the practice around 3000 BCE . Coffee was already established when the first mention of it was made in a Persian medical text in the 9th century . The kola nut , another source of caffeine , was in common use in Africa hundreds of years ago . Cocoa Unfortunately , caffeine is not something that everyone can take all the time or even ever . Caffeine has a stimulant effect on many people . That means it revs up the metabolism and creates an alertness not there before . That has an upside . However , it can also have a downside . It can keep people awake . For those trying to get around the caffeine , there are a couple of options : decaffeinated or caffeine free . What is the difference between decaffeinated or caffeine free ? Decaffeinated items are those from which the natural caffeine has been removed . Caffeine free items are those that have no caffeine to begin with . For example , decaffeinated black tea has a regular caffeinated tea base that goes through a process to remove the caffeine . On the other hand , herbal teas are naturally caffeine free . Many like the taste of the original caffeinated item but want the decaf version to avoid the caffeine . However , decaffeinated items still usually retain one to two percent How do you regulate your caffeine intake ? Pay attention to the caffeine content of any decaf or regular beverage you drink . For example , brewed decaf coffee can contain 0.7 mgs of caffeine for every ounce , or 5.6 mgs in an 8 ounce serving . A major coffee company ’ s decaf product we found has 13 mgs in a 16 ounce serving . A Big Train Decaf Mocha contains considerably less . So decaf products may are not necessarily caffeine free and may vary significantly . If you are looking for decaf and / or caffeine free gourmet beverage products check out Big Train . You can also find plenty of items in our selection without any caffeine at all . Our Lemonade gives you a refreshing boost . Our Big Train Naturals offer real fruit smoothies without any caffeine . Fit Frappe Vanilla protein drink mix has all the energy and vitamins with no caffeine , for example . Of course many of our most popular products do have caffeine . For greater service to our foodservice professionals and home baristas everywhere , we aim For more information regarding Big Train gourmet beverage mix products , call 800 BIG TRAIN ( 244 - 8724 ) or go to kerryfoodservice . com or follow Big Train on Facebook or Twitter . Look for our Big Train videos on YouTube . Cheers ! | [
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http://blog.birchbox.com/post/34572673108/is-5-free-the-new-standard-for-nail-polish | Is 5 - Free the New Standard For Nail Polish ? What ’ s missing in the latest nail polish formulas ? Nothing that you ’ re going to miss . ( Photo : about . com When nail polish was first created in France in the 1920 ’ s , the formula was an adapted version of the glossy enamel used on cars . Eep ! Thankfully , the formulas have come a long way since then . Over the past few years , we ’ ve seen many “ 3 - free ” formulas that omit harmful dibutyl phthalate ( DBP ) , toluene , and formaldehyde . The next step : 5 - free polishes , which are made without formaldehyde resin and camphor . Click through for more on these two toxic ingredients and for a list of our favorite 5 - free brands ! Formaldehyde resin : Similar to regular formaldehyde , formaldehyde resin is a nail strengthener . Unfortunately , it is also a skin allergen and can remain active for up to three days after your polish has dried . While no link to cancer has been established for formaldehyde resin ( in contrast to formaldehyde ) , it can cause dermatitis . Camphor : Camphor is a natural ingredient that can be found in aromatherapy but that does n ’ t automatically make it safe ! Exposure in large doses , especially through inhalation , can be toxic and cause irritation , nausea , dizziness , and headaches . A number of high - end fashion brand staples such as Chanel Dior , and Givenchy have already quietly converted to less toxic formulas . In addition , recently launched lines like JINSoon by famed manicurist Jin Soon Choi are starting off 5 - free . Here ’ s a list of our personal 5 - free favorites : Deborah Lippmann is a perennial fave . This season ’ s must - haves include Dark Side of the Moon and Let ’ s Go Crazy RGB Nail Polish has beautiful neutral shades that still look chic and on - trend . tenoverten may be a newcomer to the polish scene , but they ’ re no stranger to a great manicure . We convinced the NY - based salon to launch its polishes exclusively in our shop Zoya Nail Polishes are not only 5 - free , but they ’ re also vegan - friendly . With a collection of more than 300 shades , they definitely have the perfect color for you . What ’ s your go - to polish brand ? Is it 5 - free ? — Hallie If you ’ re polish obsessed like us , definitely check out our Mani Monday column for fantastic tutorials ! Tags nail polish 5 - free deborah lippman rgb tenoverten zoya jinsoon chanel dior givenchy 6 years ago Comment 11 notes Share this Notes sunshine022436 - blog liked this exairport liked this blank - dream itsreallyhardwiththewind reblogged this from birchbox notesonpretty karenanna73 reblogged this from birchbox heynicenails primping - aint - easy deliriousbeauties posted this Previous post Next post | [
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http://blog.btrax.com/en/2015/03/23/top-10-korean-businesses-in-the-world-2015/ | Japanese Trends Top 10 Korean Businesses in the World By btrax staff Mar 23 , 2015 92 Shares ( Last Updated : Aug 15 , 2017 Previously , we have written various articles about the Japanese , Korean and Chinese businesses and websites in the world . These include : The Most Popular Websites in Japan 2014 Top Chinese Websites in 2014 Top 10 Japanese Tech Companies 2014 Top Korean Consumer Trends 2014 In this article , we provide an updated list of the top Korean businesses in the world today . A total of 61 Korean companies are ranked on the Forbes Global 2000 Leading Companies list in 2014 . Although the number of ranked companies has decreased since 2003 , overall ranking positions generally increased . Below is an outline of some of the companies ranked on the list . The Achievement of Hyundai Motor Group After the financial crisis in 2008 , Hyundai Motor Group began expanding overseas with a strong focus on the small vehicle market . As a result , Hyundai Motor Group became the world ’ s fifth largest automotive manufacturer , and three of their affiliated companies were ranked . Hyundai Motor ( No . 87 ) – Hyundai Motor is the only global Korean company to rank with Samsung Electronics within the top 100 in the list . KIA Motors ( No . 258 ) – After it was acquired by Hyundai Motor Group in 2001 , KIA Motors has grown significantly in the global automobile market . Hyundai Mobis ( No . 267 ) – Hyundai Mobis is an automotive supplier and offers vital components to Hyundai Motor and KIA . Depression In contrast to the achievement of Hyundai Motor Group , some Korean companies did not fare as well after the financial crisis . One example is LG Group and its subsidiaries . LG Electronics is ranked no . 766 and LG Corp is ranked no . 833 on the Global 2000 list . Posco ( No . 236 ) – Posco is the fifth largest steel manufacturer in the world , but their revenue and assets have continued to stagnate after 2008 . The Semiconductor Market As smartphones and tablets became widely adopted , Korean semiconductor companies also saw exceptional growth . Samsung Electronics ( No . 22 ) – Owing to the success of the Samsung Galaxy series , the Korean electronics giant has grown rapidly . Samsung currently holds a twenty percent share of the worldwide smartphone market . SK Hynix ( No . 439 ) – SK Hynix is a Korean memory semiconductor supplier and the world ’ s second largest memory chipmaker . Insurance and Financial Institutions Samsung Life Insurance ( No . 356 ) – Samsung Life Insurance is the largest insurance company in Korea and a subsidiary of the Samsung Group . This company most aggressively seeks overseas expansion among all Korean insurance companies . Shinhan Financial Group ( No . 249 ) – Shinhan Financial Group provides commercial and consumer banking financial and investment services . KB Financial Group ( No . 370 ) – KB , a subsidiary of the KB Financial Group , is among the four largest banks by both asset value and market capitalization in Korea . Hana Financial Group ( No . 457 ) – Hana Financial Group contains seven business divisions . Korea Exchange Bank , a subsidiary of the Hana Financial Group , is a specialized foreign exchange bank in Korea . Top 10 Korean Businesses in the World Rank ( Korea / Global ) Company Type of Industry Sales Profits Assets Market Value 1 / 22 Samsung Electronics Semiconductors $ 208.9 B $ 27.2 B $ 202.8 B $ 186.5 B 2 / 87 Hyundai Motor Auto & Truck Manufacturers $ 79.8 B $ 7.8 B $ 126.4 B $ 49.7 B 3 / 236 Posco Iron & Steel $ 56.5 B $ 1.2 B $ 80 B $ 24.8 B 4 / 249 Shinhan Financial Group Investment Services $ 19.6 B $ 1.7 B $ 295 B $ 21.1 B 5 / 258 KIA Motors Auto & Truck Manufacturers $ 43.5 B $ 3.5 B $ 34.3 B $ 22.8 B 6 / 267 Hyundai Mobis Auto & Truck Parts $ 31.2 B $ 3.1 B $ 32.6 B $ 28.7 B 7 / 356 Samsung Life Insurance Life & Health Insurance $ 21.8 B $ 0.7 B $ 182.8 B $ 18 B 8 / 370 KB Financial Group Investment Services $ 15.8 B $ 1.2 B $ 276.5 B $ 13.7 B 9 / 439 SK Hynix Semiconductors $ 12.9 B $ 2.6 B $ 19.8 B $ 24.9 B 10 / 457 Hana Financial Group Banking $ 13 B $ 0.8 B $ 279.7 B $ 10.6 B Written by : Kibo Sim Picture by : Doug Sun Beams 74 13 0 5 btrax staff Designers , engineers , project managers and interns . We have a multitalented team here at btrax , and freshtrax is where their voices are heard ! Anyone can contribute as long as they have something interesting to say . : ) About us btrax realizes corporate business creation and transformation through design services . learn more ABOUT US | [
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http://blog.carbideprocessors.com/uncategorized/braze-alloy-silver-solder-melting-temperatures/ | Braze Alloy ( Silver Solder ) Melting Temperatures Posted on Friday , March 11th , 2011 at 11 : 12 pm . Tweet Tweet Brazing cermet saw tips with a torch Braze Alloy ( Silver Solder ) Melting Temperatures Theoretical and Actual Practice When we sell braze alloy and consult we use the official AWS American welding society temperatures from their publication ANSI / AWS A5 . 8 – 92 . These temperatures are entirely accurate but they were derived in laboratories under very tightly controlled conditions . In the real world they are , at best , a guideline . This came up yesterday . I got a call from a very good engineer in a very good laboratory of a big company . We had sold them braze alloy and told them the melting point was 1305 Fahrenheit . They built an assembly with the braze alloy in the middle , put it in an oven , ran the temperature up to 1305F and then let the oven cool . This process had worked when they were using Bag - 3 , which is 50 % silver braze alloy with cadmium . It did not work using Bag - There are several issues here . 1 . Braze alloy does melt at a given temperature . It takes energy to create the phase transformation from a solid to a liquid . If you drop an ice cube into boiling water it does not melt immediately . It melts over a period of time because it takes energy , applied as thermal energy or heat , to change the ice from a solid to Ice cube in boiling water liquid . If you like , you can consider the ice cube as having thousands of layers and the energy required to transform each layer from a solid to a liquid slightly delays the process and sort of insulates the underlaying layer for a brief bit of time . 2 . Each and every braze alloy melts a bit differently . Bag - 3 melts and flows very easily . Other alloys are a bit “ gummier ” . In this case , “ gummy ” is a term used to describe an alloy that flows out slowly . The term “ gummy ” makes most sense if you are brazing by hand and trying to move the part into place during the brazing . 3 . Braze alloys are comprised of several metals . One way of looking at this is that the lowest melting point metal , such as zinc , melts and liquefies which in turn melts other metals . ( This is sort of right but it is much more complicated than that . ) In any case there are braze alloys that will melt and there will be an extremely thin layer that runs out first . When you apply a little more heat you will see the bulk of the braze alloy flow out where the thin layer first This can be due to the surface condition , how the heat was applied ( although this is generally a minor consideration ) or the kind of braze alloy being used . Each and every braze alloy formulation has a slightly different chemistry and thus each and every braze alloy formulation melts differently . In many cases you may not notice the difference and in other cases it can be important . 4 . Surface preparation can be critical . In a surface , such as tungsten carbide , there can be free carbon on top which means the braze alloy will just ball up and not flow out . In metals there can be oil and grease on the surface . These can seriously interfere with braze alloy flow . A traditional method has been to burn the oil and grease off the surface during brazing . However this leaves a layer of burnt oil and grease which can also interfere with brazing . In other places we show how to clean using a strong caustic cleaner such as Easy Off Oven Cleaner . We also have a simple , water break test where you need a little water in an eye dropper or similar . If you do n ’ t have an eye dropper , we will send you one . 5 . How the assemblage is structured can also influence the brazing process . Let ’ s take the example of the braze alloy which is supposed to flow at 1305F . Assume that we have an assemblage where there is a 2 ″ x 2 ″ steel block , on top of that is a 2 ″ x 2 ″ sheet of braze alloy and , on top of the braze alloy , is a 2 ″ x 2 ″ piece of tungsten carbide . When you put this into an oven and run the oven up to 1305F then the braze alloy is hot enough to melt . The braze alloy is hot enough to melt but it needs more energy for the phase transformation from solid to liquid . You can hold the oven and exactly 1305F and eventually the braze alloy will melt . What is much more common is to set the oven at 1355F . The only place I have ever seen a figure on actual practice versus theoretical melt points was in a NASA Tech Brief years ago . They derived the figure of 50F . This works very well in actual practice . It is still a ‘ rule of thumb ’ figure and needs to be treated as such . When you put the 2 ″ x 2 ″ assembly into an oven there are three factors that keep it from melting at exactly the theoretical melt point . A . The energy of transformation described above . B . How well the braze alloy flows . Some alloys take a little more energy than others to achieve full flow . C . The insulating properties of the assembly . In the example we have an assembly that has been placed in a cold oven and then the oven has been run up to temperature . The customers question was why the braze alloy did not melt at the melting point . In this scenario it takes a bit of time for the heat to move all the way through the assembly . As the heat moves from the outer edges to the middle of the assembly , the assembly is acting a bit like a heat sink to cool the Conclusion : Take the theoretical melt point and add 50 ° F when you ’ re brazing . This is a rule of thumb and the 50 ° is not sacred but it has proven to be a pretty good guideline for decades . If you are running a really precision operation then you can take it up to temperature and hold it there for a bit before you let the oven cool down . In both cases I suggest two things . 1 . Before you use a new braze alloy and an assembly , take a piece all by itself , heat it up and watch how it melts . 2 . Be prepared to experiment a bit to find the proper brazing temperature for your particular situation . sales @ carbideprocessors . com 800 346 - 8274 Tags : Braze alloy brazed tools Brazing Brazing Temperature Silver Solder | [
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http://blog.clipboard-plus.com/page/3/ | Great Minds Think Alike I had the single greatest round of golf in my life last week . As a sub - par ( meaning poor , mostly WAY , WAY over par ) golfer , I have only broken 90 twice , both at the Penn State golf courses , an 88 and an 89 . Last Friday , I played with my father at a course in New Hampshire I had n ’ t seen before , Laconia Country Club Fortunately , my best - ball partner for the day , a buddy of my dad ’ s friend who had set us up with the tee - time , was a member of the club and knew the course well from playing multi - weekly rounds . With his detailed knowledge of the course , its hills , bunkers and doglegs . I had myself something similar to a professional caddy . Normally I have to make observations , suggestions and corrections myself , in my head ; Ok , its uphill so take an extra club , maybe the 7 instead of the 8 iron . Its breezy , make sure to ‘ swing easy ’ . Usually , that does n ’ t work . But last Friday , everything Craig told me to do , I did . That seems easy but in golf , a game as simple swinging at a stationary ball and trying to hit it forward into very large , nicely mowed lawn , nothing is harder . But each time Craig said “ use your 7 iron here , swing nice and easy , you ’ ll want to be about 160 yds , the left side of the green is the safer shot , AND its where you ’ Now I ’ ve told everyone I can about my incredible round . Its now out on the blogosphere as well . Unfortunately , before I could brag to a work associate of my dad ’ s , who is a scratch golfer ( a ZERO handicap - meaning he ’ s like to get even par on an average day ) , he told me that he struggled yesterday , putted horribly , and shot a 76 . So instead of boasting about the round of my life which was 8 strokes worse than his disappointing 4 - over Mike turned the conversation right back to golf when he asked me if I knew who had invented the original clipboard . I had no idea , it seemed like clipboards just came to be . It solves a basic need for people working on their feet - a way to connect and organize papers , with a built in writing surface . A portable desk . ( Now , various sites online may have differing information on the inventor of the clipboard , some saying it was a man named “ Clip ” , or the inventor of the soap dispenser : George Henry Hohnsbeen , but as my dad ’ s friend Mike is a southern gentleman , the father of a Marine , the president of his company and recently carried my dad to a Member - Guest Club Championship with two consecutive scores of 3 - under - par 69 this weekend , I ’ m inclined to trust his tale . ) The man who I was told invented the clipboard was A.W. Tillinghast , “ Tilly ” to his friends , though his golf - related accomplishments greatly overshadow almost all mention of this invention . Tillinghast was a one - time professional golfer who became one of the most prolific golf course architects of the early 20th century . His courses have been the sites of numerous professional and amateur championships , and his design style “ The Course Beautiful ” was applied to “ produce something which will provide a true test of the game , and then consider every conceivable way to make it as beautiful as possible . ” As they say : necessity is the mother of invention . Apparently , surveying countless lands , designing and redesigning over 250 golf courses , writing short stories of fictional golfers and hundreds of golfing articles and course design handbooks over a 30 year career , the guy needed to keep his papers in order . And thus ( allegedly ) the clipboard was born . Similar necessity brought Clipboard+ founder and all - around good guy Kevin Merlini to design the Clipboard+ . With modern mobile technology increasingly useful for our work , using a clipboard and a mobile device became the problem Tilly had with his papers ( unless you want to clamp down on your iPad , scratch the glass and have it fall out , I suppose ) . But these are n ’ t the only similarities between the two clipboard innovators . Tilly was born in Philadelphia in 1874 . Kevin was born and raised just outside of that very same City of Brotherly Love . Tillinghast designed famous courses like Winged Foot , Baltusrol , Bethpage and Shawnee ( as well as consulting or surveying over 700 ) . Kevin caddied at the Philadelphia Cricket Club , an old hangout of Tilly ’ s youth , and a course he redesigned in 1922 . Kevin also learned how to play the sport at Tillinghast ’ s Cedarbrook Hill Golf Course in Wyncote , PA , and has played at a number of the courses in the Philadelphia areas Tillinghast was involved in designing . In 1904 , Tillinghast lost his US Amateur match to fellow future course architect , Chandler Egan , when Egan ’ s ball took a lucky bounce of a tree at Baltusrol . When Tillinghast designed the new courses at Baltusrol in 1918 , one of his first acts was to remove that same tree that had cost him his match . In golf , it always pays to be patient ; to wait for the wind to die down , take a second practice swing before a big putt , for a wife to not be upset when her husband played an extra nine , etc . Now , maybe I ’ ll have to become a course architect , that way I could go back everywhere I ’ ve played and chop down all those goddamn trees that have ( If you have any additional information - especially if it contradicts what I ’ ve written - on the clipboard ’ s true origins , please comment below . Like most people , I love to be corrected ) Related Posts Great Minds Think Alike , Creative Minds Think Together ( TED Blog ) Great Minds Think Alike ( WSJ ) Golf Increases Life Expectancy ( About ) Clipboard+ Kickstarter Page ( Support our final push ! ) How Close Are You To Success ? A wonderful post by Roger Osorio about success . It features an interview with Kevin Merlini , founder of Clipboard+ about the struggles of starting a company . Check out Roger ’ s blog and make sure to back Clipboard+ on Kickstarter and share this link on your social media networks ! Why is Clipboard+ Changing the Way You Work ? If you are like me and work on a computer , I am sure there are times when you want to get away from the desk . Since people who work on the go use a smartphone or iPad , the only thing that is missing is a flat surface . While coffee shops and libraries can be great places to burn the midnight oil , here at Changing the Way You Work , we would much rather operate from a comfy LuvSac Clipboard+ finally solves this problem and makes working from a couch , the floor or even outside in the grass a simply effortless experience . Mobile Professional As a mobile professional , my life is run by apps like TweetBot Sparrow Zite Instapaper Tapatalk Analytiks , and Launch Center Pro . I can know Clipboard+ will infuse new energy into your routine and completely change the way you work . The above apps are the cornerstone of my digital presence , but I find that paper is still an essential tool for making lists , outlines , and quick sketches . By combining the power of paper and your favorite apps , you will get more done in less time . Many technology blogs feel the same way and written about Clipboard+ on Kickstarter . Check them out below . What People are Saying : App Advice “ A functional , yet inexpensive solution for anyone that needs an iDevice and a clipboard to get their job done . ” Business Insider : “ Analog meets digital in this redesigned clipboard that can hold your smartphone or your iPad . ” Unleash the Phones : ” While smartphones and tablets have definitely changed the way we work today , the Paper has n ’ t really been replaced entirely just yet . And if you cant beat ‘ em , join ‘ em which is where the Clipboard+ comes in . ” Gear Diary : ” Let ’ s face it : you cart around your mobile phone with you everywhere . Would n ’ t it be cool if you could somehow attach your phone to a clipboard , so that you can also scribble down handwritten notes ? Clipboardify Your Smartphone or iPad with Clipboard+ ” # ChangeYourWork If these reviews do n ’ t convince you think about the direction of mobile devices . iPads are becoming integrated into many levels of enterprise from hospitals to education to construction . With this impending explosion of iPads in business comes an opportunity to become more efficient with our current technology . According to this infographic from Column Five media 72 % of US enterprises are using tablets and by 2014 1 in 5 consumers will own one . With this massive tablet expansion it is time we become more efficient with our technology ! In line with this theme we would like to share another very cool Kickstarter project . Robert Stoeber ’ s mission is to build an app called , Work Smarter and Save Trees with iPads and WordPress , that will enable anyone to do serious programming work ! Check out their video and let us know your thoughts in the comments section . By supporting Clipboard+ you are investing in a better future for all mobile professionals . Back the Clipboard+ project today and Change the Way You Work ! Contest : 101 Uses for Clipboard+ The Gestalt Theory , which can be easily understood in regards to art as well as philosophy , is the idea the “ the whole is other than sum of its parts ” ( As I ’ ve found out , its often mistranslated as “ greater than ” but still … ) Clipboard+ is n ’ t just a clipboard . And it ai n ’ t just an accessory either . It is more than a clipboard that can hold your mobile device . Its a way to mobilize your desk . A way to change the way you work . And there ’ s more ! The Clipboard + Smartphone ’ s suction cup technology is ideal for chameleon - esque utility - shifting for whatever situation you ’ re in . Need to study while headed to the shower ? Clipboard + ShowerCaddy . Need to go over those presentation notes while spending time outdoors ? Clipboard + Baseball Mitt . Gotta double - check that write - up and grab your pal a brew ? Clipboard + Party Time Reviewing your notes while getting yourself fresh in the morning ? Clipboard + Deodorant Applicator The Contest We ’ ve come up with plenty of these ideas for out - of - the - box uses for Clipboard+ , plenty of them silly , and a few of them practical . What other ideas can you think of ? We ’ re trying to count as many as 101 uses for the Clipboard+ and we could use all the help we can get ! Please comment , tweet ( @ clipboard_plus ) , or post your ideas on our facebook page Great ideas will be rewarded with a shout - out on the blog including a picture of the Clipboard + Your Idea in action ! In addition , all creative , original ideas new ways to use the products will be judged by the Clipboard+ team , weekly champions will win a free Clipboard + Smartphone ! Once you have it in your hands , I ’ m sure you ’ ll find great use for your Clipboard+ , whether attaching your smartphone , hanging a masterpiece on the wall ( the suction cup makes the Clipboard+ an ideal temporary picture frame ! ) or anything you can imagine . Thanks for reading ! We ca n ’ t wait to see what we ’ re sure will be some incredibly creative submissions ! Kickstarters with Practical New Apps ( Day 4 ) Just 3 days after the launch of our own Kickstarter crowd - funding project , Clipboard+ has already recieved shout - outs from popular blogs like App Advice and Business Insider In the spirit of mutual back - scratching and good karma , we would like to take this opportunity to highlight a few of our favorite peer projects , just a few of the innovative , practical ideas found on Kickstarter that we will soon see changing the way we work . I ’ d also like to present my pick for the most entertaining ( if slightly ambitious - the investment goal is upwards of $ 21,000,000 ) Kickstarter promotional video for a moon - bound recording artist whose mission is “ to be the John Denver of Space Folk Chameleon Android tablet users will love this application which provides a personalized and easily customizable tablet experience . Chameleon lets tablet owners create beautiful displays and easily navigable home screens which adapt to your needs related to what ’ s important to you when , and where ; A morning screen when you wake up , with widgets for news , scores from last night , daily reminders and today ’ s weather . An office home screen where your emails , industry updates , datebooks , spreadsheets and presentation applications are front and center when you walk into work ( via GPS settings ) . An evening home screen with facebook and twitter updates , what ’ s Created by Teknision Inc . , a Canadian design company , this is Chameleon ’ s second fully - funded Kickstarter release , the first being cancelled due to payment complications , a result of team members not having American citizenship . With 12 days left of their 20 - day funding , Chameleon has greatly surpassed its $ 30,000 goal , and a $ 5 investment is still the quickest way to recieve the app before it is released on the Google Play Store . Pressure Sensitive Tablet Drawing Styli For designers , dreamers , doers and doodlers , the advent of pressure - sensitive writing styli will be a welcome site , compared to the frustrations of original digital drawing tools where the drawing function was merely either on or off . At present , there are three similar models in different stages of funding and production . These are very innovative tools and are extemely useful for anyone trying to create , edit or share images on a tablet . The jaja , whose kickstarter raised over $ 65,000 , claims to be the world ’ s first pressure sensitive iPad stylus . Without Wi - Fi or Bluetooth connections , this pen literally speaks to your device to capture the pressure of your pen strokes . Jaja emits high - frequency sound waves , too high for human ears , that communicate with your device ’ s microphone . Adonit ’ s Jot Touch , which uses bluetooth connections , works great with pressure - sensitive Apps , and for non - sensitive Apps , users can utilize its own pressure - sensing disk to get precise readings and perfect lines . Another current Kickstarter stylus project , PressurePen , created in North Carolina by web developer Charles Mangin , is an inexpensive , battery operated device , designed to last through hundreds of hours of use . The way it works will remain a mystery for now , as the technology is currently being withheld due to licensing ambitions . Further changing the way you work with an iPad is the Collusion App , a virtual whiteboard which combines a stylus with cloud capabilities to create a collaborative brain storming app to increase team productivity from anywhere with an internet connection . Created by the Collusion development team , this fully - funded Kickstarter project has already seen praise for its use in design team collaborations , inter - office meetings , and executives digitally co - signing documents in real time . Thanks for Reading ! Be sure to follow @ Clipboard_plus on Twitter , and if you have n ’ t yet , check out our Kickstarter project , and fabulous new webpage Clipboard+ featured on Business Insider ’ s Coolest Tech Projects on Kickstarter ( Day 3 ) Coolest Tech Projects on Kickstarter Check out the recent post on Business Insider about Clipboard+ being one of the coolest projects on Kickstarter . Thanks to Dylan Love for including Clipboard+ ! Below are some of the other Cool Tech Projects on Kickstarter . Trygger Camera iPhone photographers will love this — a polarizing filter you can slide over your iPhone lens , built directly into your case . Hone Lose your keys often ? You ’ ll want Hone , a Bluetooth - enabled key fob that blinks and makes noise whenever you trigger it with your iPhone . It has a range of 150 feet , so you ’ ll have a hard time losing your keys for good . Simple . tv The cord - cutters out there will want to take a look at Simple . TV , a box that connects to your TV to help you watch and record live HDTV for free . Arctic Flight Your awful coach class flight will never be the same — this stand mounts your iPad at the perfect height for watching a movie and passing the time . Elphi Elphi is a hardware / software combo that puts your electrical outlets on the web . Turn devices on and off from anywhere in the world . You can even set timers to make things happen automatically , like having your coffee ready exactly when you wake up . tPOD1 – thermoelectric Power On Demand One little tea candle is enough to generate electricity using this thermoconductive device . Power a light or charge a battery that can in turn power your USB devices . Thanks for Reading ! Make sure to follow us on twitter @ clipboard_plus or shoot us an email at info @ clipboard - plus . com - Patrick Seth Godin Drives Traffic ( Kickstarter Day 2 ) Kickstarter Clipboard+ has only been up on for two days and already we have over $ 2,000 in funding from our beautiful backers ! If you have n ’ t had the chance to support us , check out the Clipboard+ : : Changing the Way You Work Kickstarter Project for more information . Every dollar helps ! Seth Godin Our posts at Changing the Way You Work have evolved since our inception earlier this month . We have focused on things like productivity technology , and innovation . But , one constant in all of our most popular posts have been the presence of this man , Seth Godin Our only theory is that Seth Godin must be driving traffic to . This makes perfect sense because of his recognizable name and all of the fantastic content provided by Godin on his blog , books and TED talks . If you want to get an idea for just how big his following really is , go to Seth ’ s Kickstarter page for his new book , The Icarus Deception . In honor of Seth Godin ’ s ability to attract attention , we have posted our favorite Seth Godin books , TED talks , and blog posts . Enjoy ! Books Linchpin Meatball Sundae We Are All Weird TED Talks On the Tribes We Lead [ ted id = 538 ] On Standing Out [ ted id = 28 ] This is Broken [ vimeo http : / / www . vimeo . com / 4246943 w = 500&h = 375 ] Seth Godin at Gel 2006 from Gel Conference on Vimeo Seth Godin ’ s Seven Marketing Sins The One Who Is n ’ t Easily Replaced Defining Quality Please Complain With 33 books , 2,500 blog posts and multiple videos online , Seth Godin has something for everyone . Be sure to let us know about your favorite stuff by Seth Godin on Twitter @ clipboard_plus or comment on this post . - Patrick Clipboard+ Launches Kickstarter Today , launched our Kickstarter campaign to crowd - fund $ 10,000 . For those of you unfamiliar with the recent crowd - funding craze check out , Simplfy Reality ’ s post , Kickstarter Explained . If you have any additional questions about Kickstarter or Clipboard+ products please feel free to comment or email us at info @ clipboard - plus . com Thank you SparkPlug @ Penn State Kevin Merlini – Founder of Clipboard+ posted on SparkPlug @ Penn State this morning about our recent launch . Below is an excerpt from his post . “ It is definitely a relief to have our project go live , I ’ m really excited to see how things go from here . In the meantime we will be focused on promoting our project and trying to get the word out to as many people as possible . If anyone would like to talk to me more about my experience with this project , or is interested in pursuing a Kickstarter of their own , I would be happy to talk to you . Just shoot me an email at Kevin @ clipboard - plus . com For more from Kevin about his experiences with Kickstarter and founding Clipboard+ stay tuned with and Sparkplug @ PSU ’ s blog Lion Launch Pad The Lion Launch Pad was an integral part in the success of Clipboard+ . A special thanks to Liz Kisenwether and Robert Macy . Below is an a description of Lion Launch Pad . The Lion Launch Pad ( LionLP ) is a business accelerator program for Penn State undergraduate students and student teams . Based at Penn State University ‘ s University Park Campus , our program was created to help undergraduate student entrepreneurs convert innovative product and service concepts into viable start - up companies . Our vision of success is to have a team develop product , get revenue or funding , and move to next - level incubator programs . Learning Factory The Learning Factory helped Clipboard+ bring the initial designs for the Clipboard+ iPad and Clipboard+ Smartphone to life . Below is their mission . “ Our mission is to help bring the real - world into the classroom by providing engineering students with practical hands - on experience through industry - sponsored capstone design projects . In 2010 / 11 , we completed a record 126 projects for 80 different sponsors and nearly 600 out of the 1460 engineering students that Penn State graduated participated in such a project . ” Pennsylvania State University As students of Penn State University , we feel it is very important to thank the institution that gave Clipboard+ a chance for higher education . Thank you to all professors , peers and alumni for your care and support ! We Are ! ! ! Make sure to follow Clipboard+ on Kickstarter and stay up to date with C hanging the Way You Work . Thanks for reading ! « Previous Page 1 2 3 | [
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http://blog.coastalbusiness.com/sublimation-and-laser-mugs-101/ | Sublimation and Laser Mugs 101 Creating personalized mugs is always a fun , great idea for friends , family and businesses . After all , who does n ’ t love their morning cup of joe in a mug made especially for them ? Coastal offers supplies for two different methods of putting images on mugs – laser and sublimation . For laser transfers , you need Mugs n ’ More laser transfer paper . After printing your image , attach it to your mug using thermal tape . Thermal tape is very important – it ensures that your image will not move at all during pressing . Press the image onto your using a mug press at 250 degrees for 90 seconds . Once removed from the mug press , rinse the mug with tepid water until it has cooled to room temperature . DO NOT remove the transfer paper before cooling it with water . This process helps release the transfer paper from the mug and only takes about a minute or so . Creating personalized mugs is a great way to increase business ! Once the mug is cool to the touch , remove the transfer paper . Unlike sublimation , laser images will only lay on top of the mug . This can lead to the image being more easily scratched or chipped off during everyday use . You can make the image more durable by “ glazing ” it , though no glaze is actually placed on the mug . A mug glazer is a small machine that helps “ bake ” the image onto the mug , helping the image last longer . You can also place the mug in an oven at about 150 degrees for 5 minutes . This does the some job as a mug glazer . Though laser mug transferring will not give you a permanent image , you can still achieve a great quality image with just a little extra work . Using sublimation to transfer images onto mugs will give you a brighter and more durable final product since the image will physically become part of the mug ( thanks to the magic of sublimation ) . After printing , attach your image to the mug using thermal tape . Then , press it onto the mug at 365 degrees for 60 seconds ( the time and temp will vary depending on the mug press ) . Remove the sublimation transfer paper from the mug immediately after it has completed the mug press cycle . It will be very hot – sometimes I have to use tweezers to pull the paper off because it ’ s so hot – but try to remove the paper as quickly as possible . If you leave the hot image on more than a few seconds , you may end up with a ghosted / shadowed image . Also , if your images become blurry while cooling , it ’ s a good idea to use lukewarm water to cool down You may notice some fading on your sublimation mugs after several rounds in the dishwasher . If you do see this , you may want to begin hand - washing the mugs or run them in a cooler dishwasher cycle . If the water gets too hot in a dishwasher , it will start the entire sublimation process again , allowing your image to become distorted . Other basic tips for making mugs : Make sure the printed transfer fits well within the heating element of the mug press ( this is helpful for sublimation and laser ) . If it gets too close to the edges of the heating element , outer parts of your image may not get the same amount of heat or pressure as the rest of the image and the top / bottom of your image may end up blurry or faint . No mug press ? No problem ! You can use a silicone - coated mug wrap to sublimate your mugs using a conventional oven . It takes a little bit more time ( 10 - 15 minutes at 400 degrees ) depending on the oven ) , but the quality is just as good as using a mug press . Laser mug transfers need more pressure than sublimation , so we do n ’ t advise using mug wraps for laser transfers . Author : Kim Kelley Kim Kelley works in technical support , marketing and social networking at Coastal Business Supplies . View all posts by Kim Kelley Kim Kelley November 1 , 2010 Small Format Sublimation laser mug glazer mug press mugs sublimation tips 12 thoughts on “ Sublimation and Laser Mugs 101 ” sreekanth November 30 , 2010 at 4 : 19 pm Hi , It was great explanation above . I have a question . I have a mug printing machine and ordered a heat transfer paper from coastal business ( Mugs n ’ More Heat Transfer Paper 11 ″ x 17 ″ ) , Do i need to order mug as well or can i use the ordinary ceramic mugs that we get it from the store for imprint of the image and also can i use an lexmark ink jet printer to actually print on the heat transfer paper . If not what printer should i use . Please let me know ASAP . Your time will be Thanks , Sree Aaron Montgomery November 30 , 2010 at 4 : 31 pm Sree , Thanks for your business . The paper does need to be used with the coated mugs as it needs the coating to adhere to . Regular ceramic mugs will not work . Aaron sreekanth November 30 , 2010 at 4 : 34 pm What about the Printer , can i use a lexmark inkjet printer November 30 , 2010 at 4 : 35 pm Can you also tell me which site i can get the coated mugs Aaron Montgomery November 30 , 2010 at 4 : 46 pm We have mug available at coastalbusiness . com . Kim Kelley from our office will contact you to discuss details . Thanks again for your business . Tk November 18 , 2013 at 7 : 31 am Thank you for the simple explanation above . I have a question about curing . I recently purchased a Digital Pro 8 - in - 1 Heat Transfer Press . Do I need to cure the mugs after applying the transfer ? I ’ m planning on using a Roland SP - 300i with Eco - Sol ink and Express Print transfer paper . Thanks in advance for your help , TK Kim Kelley November 18 , 2013 at 8 : 37 am If you ’ re using heat transfer paper ( like the Mugs N More transfer paper ) , we would suggest heating the mug afterwards to bake in the transfer . You can use either a mug glazer or a simple five minutes in a regular oven . However , if you ’ re using sublimation , there ’ s no need to cure the mug afterwards . Addie Marie December 19 , 2013 at 10 : 54 am I like your article ! In my observation , laser printing done with glazing can last just as long with sublimation . But sublimation done right is worth it . Though I am careful with the transfer paper I ’ m using . Robert March 10 , 2014 at 2 : 29 pm question regarding sublimation mugs . I ’ ve noticed a distinct variation of prices in what appears to be the same size and mug appearance . upon speaking to a rep , apparently some mugs ( these specifically made in Thailand ) are better and more durable than the ones made in China . How does one seek out info as to if one is any better made than the other ? March 10 , 2014 at 3 : 14 pm That would require A LOT of testing Honestly , we have n ’ t discerned any difference in quality from one country to another country in terms of manufacturing . jacci October 18 , 2015 at 12 : 31 pm hello what size does the pictures have to be mine come out either to big or to small Kristen Harvey October 19 , 2015 at 8 : 52 am For standard 11 oz . mugs , the best general size is about 3.5 ″ tall , and no more than 7.5 ″ wide . Contact our technical support at 1 - 800 - 562 - 7760 if you have any further questions ! Comments are closed . | [
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http://blog.collegetuitioncompare.com/2012/09/228-us-state-university-tuition.html | Home State University State University Comparison Table . Tuition Comparison State University Tuition 2017 US State Colleges and University Tuition Costs Comparison Table Unknown There are 285 state universities over 50 states and other areas over United States ( academic year 2016 - 2017 ) . If you want to attend one of those state universities , comparing tuition and financial aids between them is a good way for choosing your right school . The average in - state tuition & fees for the state colleges and universities are $ 7,636 and out - of - state tuition & fees are $ 16,262 for year 2016 - 2017 . Following table summarizes the 2017 tuition comparison between the state universities - In - state tuition , out - of - state tuition , and required fees . View by State : State Colleges and Universities 2017 Tuition Comparison Table School Name State In - State Out - of - State Tuition Fees Tuition Fees Alabama State University AL $ 6,936 $ 2,284 $ 13,872 $ 2,284 Athens State University AL $ 5,730 $ 750 $ 11,460 $ 750 Jacksonville State University $ 9,000 $ 300 $ 18,000 $ 300 Arizona State University - Tempe AZ $ 9,684 $ 686 $ 25,784 $ 686 Arkansas State University - Beebe AR $ 2,352 $ 360 $ 4,056 $ 360 Arkansas State University - Main Campus AR $ 6,060 $ 2,140 $ 12,120 $ 2,140 Henderson State University $ 6,450 $ 1,666 $ 13,290 $ 1,666 Arkansas State University Mid - South $ 2,160 $ 394 $ 2,160 $ 394 California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo CA $ 5,472 $ 3,603 $ 16,632 $ 3,603 California State University - Bakersfield CA $ 5,472 $ 1,385 $ 16,632 $ 1,385 California State University - Stanislaus $ 1,256 $ 1,256 California State University - San Bernardino $ 1,138 $ 1,138 California State University - Chico $ 1,568 $ 1,568 California State University - Dominguez Hills $ 951 $ 951 California State University - Fresno $ 841 $ 841 California State University - Fullerton $ 1,088 $ 1,088 California State University - East Bay $ 1,092 $ 1,092 California State University - Long Beach $ 988 $ 988 California State University - Los Angeles $ 911 $ 911 California State University - Northridge $ 1,115 $ 1,115 California State University - Sacramento $ 1,428 $ 1,428 Humboldt State University $ 1,737 $ 1,737 San Diego State University $ 1,612 $ 1,612 San Francisco State University $ 1,012 $ 1,012 San Jose State University $ 1,946 $ 1,946 Sonoma State University $ 1,916 $ 1,916 Western State College of Law at Argosy University - $ 1 - $ 1 Adams State University CO $ 5,736 $ 3,417 $ 16,752 $ 3,417 Colorado State University - Fort Collins CO $ 8,716 $ 2,336 $ 26,010 $ 2,336 Metropolitan State University of Denver $ 5,693 $ 1,237 $ 18,859 $ 1,237 Colorado State University - Pueblo $ 7,269 $ 2,250 $ 21,851 $ 2,250 Central Connecticut State University CT $ 5,216 $ 4,525 $ 16,882 $ 5,720 Charter Oak State College CT $ 6,888 $ 783 $ 9,048 $ 981 Eastern Connecticut State University $ 5,216 $ 5,284 $ 16,882 $ 6,479 Southern Connecticut State University $ 4,838 $ 6,033 Western Connecticut State University $ 4,801 $ 5,996 Delaware State University DE $ 6,702 $ 830 $ 15,308 $ 830 Eastern Florida State College FL $ 1,892 $ 604 $ 7,573 $ 2,166 Daytona State College FL $ 3,071 $ 41 $ 11,960 $ 41 Florida SouthWestern State College $ 2,436 $ 965 $ 9,750 $ 3,229 Florida State College at Jacksonville $ 2,203 $ 562 $ 7,947 $ 1,684 Florida State University $ 4,640 $ 1,867 $ 19,084 $ 2,589 Gulf Coast State College $ 1,750 $ 620 $ 7,064 $ 1,569 Indian River State College $ 2,496 $ 268 $ 9,360 Lake - Sumter State College $ 3,172 $ 0 $ 13,276 $ 0 Northwest Florida State College $ 2,486 $ 637 $ 9,425 $ 2,515 Palm Beach State College $ 2,424 $ 20 $ 8,712 $ 20 Pasco - Hernando State College $ 2,297 $ 858 $ 9,272 $ 2,760 Pensacola State College $ 2,051 $ 653 $ 8,208 $ 2,667 Polk State College $ 2,483 $ 883 $ 9,933 $ 2,338 Seminole State College of Florida $ 2,393 $ 738 $ 9,494 $ 1,962 Saint Johns River State College $ 2,067 $ 813 $ 8,403 $ 1,996 South Florida State College $ 3,135 $ 30 $ 11,829 $ 30 Darton State College GA $ 2,184 $ 1,214 $ 8,256 $ 1,214 Albany State University GA $ 3,888 $ 1,602 $ 14,142 $ 1,602 Armstrong State University $ 3,886 $ 1,474 $ 14,142 $ 1,474 Atlanta Metropolitan State College $ 2,320 $ 930 $ 8,658 $ 930 Bainbridge State College $ 2,181 $ 1,046 $ 8,256 $ 1,046 Clayton State University $ 3,886 $ 1,454 $ 1,454 Columbus State University $ 4,181 $ 1,850 $ 14,755 $ 1,850 Dalton State College $ 2,452 $ 1,052 $ 9,056 $ 1,052 East Georgia State College $ 2,181 $ 886 $ 886 Fort Valley State University $ 1,708 $ 1,708 Georgia Southwestern State University $ 1,376 $ 1,376 Georgia College and State University $ 7,180 $ 2,022 $ 25,528 $ 2,022 Georgia State University $ 6,846 $ 2,128 $ 21,414 $ 2,128 Gordon State College $ 2,451 $ 1,100 $ 9,058 $ 1,100 Savannah State University $ 1,758 $ 1,758 Valdosta State University $ 4,181 $ 2,116 $ 14,755 $ 2,116 Boise State University ID $ 4,872 $ 2,208 $ 19,322 $ 2,208 Idaho State University ID $ 5,243 $ 1,713 $ 19,310 $ 1,713 Lewis - Clark State College $ 6,120 $ 17,620 Chicago State University IL $ 7,056 $ 3,196 $ 14,016 $ 3,196 Governors State University IL $ 8,160 $ 2,356 $ 16,320 $ 2,356 Illinois State University $ 9,827 $ 2,186 $ 14,451 $ 2,186 Prairie State College $ 7,992 $ 612 $ 9,576 $ 612 Ball State University IN $ 8,992 $ 662 $ 24,766 $ 662 Indiana State University IN $ 8,546 $ 200 $ 18,876 $ 200 Iowa State University IA $ 7,098 $ 1,121 $ 20,462 $ 1,121 Emporia State University KS $ 4,893 $ 1,286 $ 18,106 $ 1,286 Fort Hays State University KS $ 3,789 $ 1,095 $ 13,331 $ 1,095 Kansas State University $ 9,012 $ 862 $ 23,913 $ 862 Pittsburg State University $ 5,396 $ 1,514 $ 16,148 $ 1,514 Wichita State University $ 6,385 $ 1,510 $ 15,124 $ 1,510 Kentucky State University KY $ 7,406 $ 390 $ 18,314 $ 390 Morehead State University KY $ 8,496 $ 12,744 Murray State University $ 7,296 $ 1,104 $ 21,576 $ 1,104 Grambling State University LA $ 5,140 $ 2,231 $ 5,140 $ 11,254 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans LA $ 7,020 $ 1,624 $ 15,495 $ 1,624 Louisiana State University - Alexandria $ 4,984 $ 1,774 $ 4,984 $ 9,040 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College $ 8,038 $ 2,776 $ 8,038 $ 19,453 Louisiana State University - Eunice $ 2,868 $ 1,524 $ 2,868 $ 6,888 Louisiana State University - Shreveport $ 5,656 $ 1,490 $ 5,656 $ 14,644 McNeese State University $ 5,147 $ 2,162 $ 16,222 $ 2,162 Nicholls State University $ 4,922 $ 2,719 $ 15,853 $ 2,719 Northwestern State University of Louisiana $ 5,180 $ 2,440 $ 15,968 $ 2,440 Bowie State University MD $ 5,321 $ 2,558 $ 15,857 $ 2,558 Coppin State University MD $ 4,380 $ 3,058 $ 10,110 $ 3,058 Frostburg State University $ 6,340 $ 2,362 $ 18,864 $ 2,362 Morgan State University $ 5,161 $ 2,475 $ 15,029 $ 2,475 Bay State College MA $ 21,720 $ 600 $ 21,720 $ 600 Bridgewater State University MA $ 910 $ 8,693 $ 7,050 $ 8,693 Fitchburg State University $ 970 $ 9,165 $ 7,050 $ 9,165 Framingham State University $ 970 $ 8,370 $ 8,370 Salem State University $ 910 $ 8,826 $ 9,098 Westfield State University $ 8,305 $ 8,305 Worcester State University $ 8,232 $ 8,232 Michigan State University - College of Law MI Ferris State University MI $ 11,144 $ 17,910 Grand Valley State University $ 11,832 $ 16,704 Lake Superior State University $ 10,824 $ 195 $ 10,824 $ 195 Michigan State University $ 14,880 $ 38,486 Saginaw Valley State University $ 8,907 $ 438 $ 21,508 $ 438 Wayne State University $ 11,821 $ 1,457 $ 27,133 $ 1,457 Bemidji State University MN $ 7,360 $ 1,034 $ 7,360 $ 1,034 Minnesota State University - Mankato MN $ 6,904 $ 954 $ 14,648 $ 954 Metropolitan State University $ 6,563 $ 1,003 $ 13,391 $ 1,003 Minnesota State University Moorhead $ 7,136 $ 978 $ 14,272 $ 978 Saint Cloud State University $ 6,820 $ 1,090 $ 14,738 $ 1,090 Southwest Minnesota State University $ 7,222 $ 1,125 $ 7,222 $ 1,125 Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical $ 4,969 $ 621 $ 4,969 $ 621 Winona State University $ 7,103 $ 1,972 $ 12,800 $ 1,972 Alcorn State University MS $ 5,269 $ 1,277 $ 5,269 $ 1,277 Delta State University MS $ 6,298 $ 120 $ 6,298 $ 120 Jackson State University $ 7,141 $ 7,141 $ 10,473 Mississippi Valley State University $ 6,096 $ 6,096 Mississippi State University $ 7,780 $ 20,900 Harris - Stowe State University MO $ 4,776 $ 444 $ 9,409 $ 444 Missouri Southern State University MO $ 5,311 $ 566 $ 10,717 $ 566 Missouri Western State University $ 5,538 $ 718 $ 11,537 $ 718 Truman State University $ 7,152 $ 304 $ 13,636 $ 304 Northwest Missouri State University $ 4,335 $ 3,008 $ 9,391 $ 3,008 Missouri State University - West Plains $ 3,570 $ 310 $ 7,140 $ 310 Southeast Missouri State University $ 5,979 $ 1,011 $ 11,364 $ 1,011 Missouri State University - Springfield $ 6,150 $ 13,200 Montana State University - Billings MT $ 4,397 $ 1,429 $ 16,662 $ 1,554 Great Falls College Montana State University MT $ 2,496 $ 634 $ 8,748 $ 634 Montana State University $ 5,330 $ 1,557 $ 21,341 $ 1,845 Montana State University - Northern $ 3,953 $ 1,418 $ 16,153 $ 1,528 Chadron State College NE $ 4,480 $ 1,772 $ 4,508 $ 1,772 Peru State College NE $ 4,800 $ 1,990 $ 4,800 $ 1,990 Wayne State College $ 1,627 $ 9,600 $ 1,627 Keene State College NH $ 10,968 $ 2,645 $ 19,352 $ 2,645 Plymouth State University NH $ 11,020 $ 2,452 $ 19,280 Granite State College $ 7,200 $ 225 $ 8,040 $ 225 Montclair State University NJ $ 8,768 $ 3,348 $ 16,659 $ 3,348 Thomas Edison State University NJ $ 6,350 $ 9,352 New Mexico State University - Dona Ana NM $ 1,776 $ 192 $ 4,992 $ 192 New Mexico State University - Alamogordo NM $ 2,232 $ 96 $ 5,184 $ 96 New Mexico State University - Carlsbad $ 1,680 $ 172 $ 3,696 $ 172 New Mexico State University - Grants $ 2,016 $ 3,840 New Mexico State University - Main Campus $ 4,956 $ 18,514 Farmingdale State College NY $ 6,470 $ 1,390 $ 16,320 $ 1,390 Morrisville State College NY $ 6,470 $ 1,553 $ 1,553 SUNY Empire State College $ 515 $ 515 Appalachian State University NC $ 4,159 $ 2,977 $ 18,675 $ 2,977 Elizabeth City State University NC $ 2,800 $ 2,089 $ 15,771 $ 2,089 Fayetteville State University $ 2,923 $ 14,531 North Carolina A & T State University $ 3,470 $ 2,902 $ 16,230 $ 2,902 North Carolina State University at Raleigh $ 6,407 $ 2,473 $ 23,926 $ 2,473 Winston - Salem State University $ 3,335 $ 2,469 $ 13,446 $ 2,469 Bismarck State College ND $ 2,916 $ 743 $ 7,785 $ 743 Dickinson State University ND $ 5,138 $ 1,210 $ 7,708 $ 1,210 Lake Region State College $ 3,326 $ 877 $ 3,326 $ 877 Mayville State University $ 5,053 $ 1,201 $ 7,872 $ 1,201 Minot State University $ 5,192 $ 1,365 $ 5,192 $ 1,365 North Dakota State College of Science $ 4,025 $ 672 $ 11,387 $ 672 North Dakota State University - Main Campus $ 6,924 $ 1,283 $ 18,488 $ 1,283 Williston State College $ 3,399 $ 1,628 $ 3,399 $ 1,628 Valley City State University $ 5,282 $ 1,914 $ 14,103 $ 1,914 Bowling Green State University - Firelands OH $ 4,706 $ 354 $ 12,242 $ 354 Bowling Green State University - Main Campus OH $ 9,096 $ 1,961 $ 1,961 Central State University $ 3,926 $ 2,320 $ 5,776 Cleveland State University $ 9,636 $ 132 $ 13,687 $ 132 Kent State University at Ashtabula $ 5,664 $ 14,028 Kent State University at East Liverpool $ 5,664 $ 14,028 Kent State University at Stark Kent State University at Trumbull Kent State University at Tuscarawas Kent State University at Salem Kent State University at Kent $ 10,012 $ 18,376 Kent State University at Geauga James A Rhodes State College $ 3,845 $ 7,689 Zane State College $ 4,560 $ 86 $ 9,120 $ 86 North Central State College $ 3,016 $ 575 $ 6,032 $ 1,149 Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute $ 6,876 $ 327 $ 25,068 $ 327 Ohio State University - Lima Campus $ 6,912 $ 228 $ 25,104 $ 228 Ohio State University - Mansfield Campus $ 6,912 $ 25,104 Ohio State University - Marion Campus Ohio State University - Newark Campus Ohio State University - Main Campus $ 9,168 $ 869 $ 27,360 $ 869 Shawnee State University $ 6,251 $ 1,113 $ 11,917 $ 1,113 Stark State College $ 2,796 $ 890 $ 5,904 $ 890 Wright State University - Main Campus $ 8,730 $ 17,350 Wright State University - Lake Campus $ 5,842 $ 14,462 Youngstown State University $ 7,847 $ 470 $ 8,087 $ 470 Carl Albert State College OK $ 2,177 $ 983 $ 5,545 $ 983 Connors State College OK $ 2,214 $ 996 $ 5,976 $ 996 Eastern Oklahoma State College $ 3,140 $ 1,084 $ 6,756 $ 1,084 Murray State College $ 3,584 $ 1,054 $ 9,044 $ 1,054 Northeastern State University $ 5,085 $ 1,122 $ 12,585 $ 1,122 Northwestern Oklahoma State University $ 5,738 $ 953 $ 12,585 $ 953 Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences Oklahoma Panhandle State University $ 4,312 $ 2,896 $ 5,559 $ 2,896 Oklahoma State University - Main Campus $ 4,943 $ 3,378 $ 19,065 $ 3,378 Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City $ 2,853 $ 781 $ 9,141 $ 781 Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology $ 3,900 $ 1,200 $ 9,510 $ 1,200 Rogers State University $ 3,960 $ 2,580 $ 11,880 $ 2,580 Rose State College $ 3,020 $ 788 $ 9,396 $ 788 Seminole State College $ 2,715 $ 1,425 $ 8,310 $ 1,425 Southeastern Oklahoma State University $ 5,940 $ 510 $ 15,210 $ 510 Southwestern Oklahoma State University $ 5,295 $ 1,395 $ 12,045 $ 1,395 Western Oklahoma State College $ 1,199 $ 6,426 $ 1,199 Oregon State University OR $ 8,715 $ 1,651 $ 27,195 $ 1,651 Portland State University OR $ 7,020 $ 1,317 $ 23,535 $ 1,317 Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson Law PA Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Erie - Behrend College PA $ 13,868 $ 960 $ 21,874 $ 960 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Great Valley Pennsylvania State University - College of Medicine Pennsylvania State University - Penn State New Kensington $ 12,718 $ 898 $ 19,598 $ 898 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Shenango $ 12,474 $ 822 $ 19,220 $ 822 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Wilkes - Barre $ 12,718 $ 19,598 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Worthington Scranton $ 13,174 $ 20,608 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Lehigh Valley $ 13,174 $ 20,608 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Altoona $ 13,868 $ 21,874 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Beaver Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Berks Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Harrisburg Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Brandywine Pennsylvania State University - Penn State DuBois Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Fayette - Eberly Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Hazleton Pennsylvania State University - Main Campus $ 16,952 $ 948 $ 31,434 $ 948 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Greater Allegheny Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Mont Alto Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Abington $ 13,212 $ 20,782 Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Schuylkill Pennsylvania State University - Penn State York South Carolina State University SC $ 8,938 $ 1,482 $ 19,018 $ 1,482 Black Hills State University SD $ 6,984 $ 1,020 $ 9,900 $ 1,020 Dakota State University SD $ 6,984 $ 1,943 $ 9,900 $ 1,943 Northern State University $ 903 $ 903 South Dakota State University $ 7,155 $ 1,017 $ 10,386 $ 1,017 Austin Peay State University TN $ 6,216 $ 1,473 $ 21,456 $ 1,473 East Tennessee State University TN $ 6,672 $ 1,669 $ 23,904 $ 1,669 Middle Tennessee State University $ 6,600 $ 1,680 $ 23,736 Tennessee State University $ 6,216 $ 1,040 $ 18,936 $ 1,040 Angelo State University TX $ 3,965 $ 3,082 $ 13,757 $ 3,082 Lamar State College - Orange TX $ 3,120 $ 1,000 $ 12,912 $ 1,000 Lamar State College - Port Arthur $ 3,973 $ 1,725 $ 16,213 $ 1,725 Midwestern State University $ 3,078 $ 7,166 $ 3,078 Sam Houston State University $ 5,172 $ 2,590 $ 14,964 $ 2,590 Stephen F Austin State University $ 5,808 $ 1,908 $ 15,600 $ 1,908 Texas State University $ 7,234 $ 2,371 $ 18,658 $ 2,371 Sul Ross State University $ 4,560 $ 1,859 $ 14,352 $ 1,859 Tarleton State University $ 3,900 $ 3,240 $ 13,488 $ 3,240 Dixie State University UT $ 4,104 $ 736 $ 13,119 $ 736 Utah State University UT $ 5,814 $ 18,720 Weber State University $ 4,611 $ 912 $ 13,837 $ 912 Johnson State College VT $ 10,224 $ 1,066 $ 22,680 $ 1,066 Lyndon State College VT $ 10,224 $ 21,912 Norfolk State University VA $ 5,318 $ 3,420 $ 16,920 $ 3,420 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University VA $ 10,787 $ 2,065 $ 27,306 $ 2,669 Virginia State University $ 5,172 $ 3,300 $ 14,992 $ 4,010 The Evergreen State College WA $ 6,534 $ 864 $ 23,007 $ 864 Washington State University WA $ 9,324 $ 1,717 $ 23,956 $ 1,717 Bluefield State College WV $ 6,408 $ 12,876 Fairmont State University WV $ 1,734 $ 12,720 Glenville State College $ 5,592 $ 1,752 $ 13,152 $ 3,408 Mountain State College $ 8,400 $ 115 $ 8,400 $ 115 Potomac State College of West Virginia University $ 4,056 $ 10,416 West Virginia State University $ 6,996 $ 15,572 California State University - San Marcos $ 1,911 $ 1,911 Arizona State University - West AZ $ 9,200 $ 24,495 California State University - Monterey Bay $ 907 $ 907 Arkansas State University - Mountain Home $ 2,256 $ 528 $ 3,840 $ 528 Arizona State University - Polytechnic $ 9,200 $ 24,495 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport $ 8,992 $ 1,451 $ 19,863 $ 1,451 Arkansas State University - Newport $ 2,232 $ 432 $ 3,648 $ 432 Oregon State University - Cascades Campus $ 723 $ 27,195 $ 723 Nevada State College NV $ 4,403 $ 598 $ 15,516 $ 598 California State University - Channel Islands $ 1,075 $ 1,075 Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix $ 9,684 $ 25,784 Colorado State University - Global Campus Pennsylvania State University - World Campus $ 504 $ 504 Middle Georgia State University $ 2,608 $ 1,282 $ 9,637 $ 1,282 South Georgia State College $ 1,030 $ 1,030 Arizona State University - Skysong $ 7,885 $ 349 $ 14,946 $ 379 Kennesaw State University $ 4,256 $ 2,006 $ 15,021 $ 2,006 Average $ 6,126 $ 14,413 $ 1,849 Share this Next New York State , Public 4 Year College Tuition Summary Table Previous 124 US State College Tuition Comparison Table | [
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http://blog.constitutioncenter.org/2015/04/doing-the-math-for-a-new-constitutional-convention/ | Doing the math for a new Constitutional Convention April 6 , 2015 by NCC Staff Can a group of states ban together for the first time since 1787 to change the Constitution at a convention ? It all comes down to a matter of math and a few important numbers : 5 , 27 , 34 , 38 , 535 and 9 . The current debate is about a movement to call a convention of states to propose a balanced budget amendment , instead of leaving that task to Congress . Article V of our Constitution lays out two ways to amend the current document . One way has been used 17 times since the 10 amendments in the Bill of Rights were ratified in 1791 . So far , these 27 amendments have originated in Congress and been sent to the states for approval . Once three - quarters of the individual states ratify an amendment , it becomes the law . The second method has never been used . It involves petitions from at least 34 states to call a constitutional convention , where one or several amendments are proposed . The amendment or amendments are then sent on to the states , where 38 states are needed for ratification . If you are really interested in big questions involving constitutional conventions , there is an excellent overview available from Thomas Neale at the Congressional Research Service . It discusses the background of the Article V process and some current movements underway to bring some issues to national prominence using Article V . Currently , the Balanced Budget Amendment Task Force , a group that tracks petitions , says there are 27 active petitions on this issue that have been filed with Congress . The group is targeting 13 additional states , hoping to get seven states to approve balanced budget resolutions . That magic number of 34 would force the 535 members of Congress to act . Among these 13 states - Maine , West Virginia , Virginia , Kentucky , South Carolina , Oklahoma , Minnesota , Wisconsin , Arizona , Wyoming , Montana , Washington and Idaho - 10 currently are controlled by the Republicans , according to the National Council of State Legislatures . So in theory , balanced budget proponents need to get seven of the 10 GOP - led states on board with passing amendment petitions . But that is where the complications begin , once there is a widely recognized claim that two - thirds of the states have asked for a constitutional convention . For starters , some states could rescind their amendment applications as the quorum number gets closer to 34 states . Maryland is a Democrat - controlled state that has an active Balanced Budget petition , for example . And then are big questions about how the 535 members of Congress would handle the convention process . “ The Article V Convention presents many questions that Congress would be called on to consider , and perhaps answer , in the event a convention became a serious possibility . If so , Congress would not be without resources , ” said Neale from the CRS back in April 2014 . One immediate problem would be how Congress would acknowledge of the acceptance of the petitions as meeting the Article V requirement . Critics have pointed out that not all of the petitions have the same wording . Another issue would be the type of conventions called by Congress for the nomination and then ratification of an amendment or amendments . Despite trying 22 times between 1973 and 1992 , Congress was n ’ t able to approve legislative rules for a constitutional convention process . In the scenario of a balanced - budget amendment convention , Congress would need to establish who can attend the convention to finalize the wording of a single amendment – or if such a convention can propose multiple amendments . Then Congress would need to determine if state legislatures would ratify the new amendments or if an ad - hoc conventions of state residents would ratify the proposed amendments . There are deep political and legal disagreements about these concepts , as well as the proper role of Congress in determining convention rules , so the issues could come down to number 9 – as in the nine Justices of the Supreme Court . But in one past case where the constitutional convention quorum was almost met , Congress settled the issue in 1912 by passing an amendment that would have been proposed by a national convention anyway . The 17 th Amendment was a direct action taken by Congress after states became concerned that the United States Senate appointment process was compromised or tainted . The amendment allowed for the direct election of Senators , and headed off a likely Article V convention . Recent Constitution Daily Stories Justice at last for the Lego Supreme Court figurines Explaining the Indiana RFRA controversy in five minutes How Dr . King cited the Constitution in his Mountaintop speech John Tyler : America ’ s most unusual President ? Filed Under : Article V | [
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http://blog.contextures.com/archives/2010/05/19/autofill-excel-dates-in-series-or-same-date/ | AutoFill Excel Dates in Series or Same Date If you ' re entering dates on an Excel worksheet , you do n ' t have to enter each date individually . Just enter the first date , in the top cell . Then , if there is data in the next column , you can use the Fill handle to quickly enter the rest of the dates . See how to AutoFill Excel dates in series or same date , with just a couple of clicks . Start a Date Series Enter the first date in the date column - - cell A2 in this example . Then point to the Fill handle , which is the small black square at the bottom right corner of the selection . When the pointer changes to a small black plus sign , double - click . Dates Series When you double - click the Fill handle , Excel automatically fills the dates down to the first blank cell in the next column . By default , the dates are entered in a series of 1 day intervals . Change to Same Date If you want all the date cells to have the same date , do one more step : Keep the range of date cells selected ( cells A2 : A9 in this example ) Press Ctrl + D on the keyboard . That is the keyboard shortcut for Fill Down . When you use that shortcut , Excel copies the date from the active cell ( cell A2 ) , into all the selected cells below . Watch the Video To see the steps for filling the dates , watch this very short video . The video shows how to create a date series with the Fill handle . Then it shows how to use a keyboard shortcut , to enter the same date in all the selected cells . I created this with the latest version of Camtasia Studio , which has a new feature that captures keyboard shortcuts , and can show the key combinations in the video . Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available . Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about HTML5 video . More Excel Shortcuts See more Excel keyboard shortcut on my Contextures website . There is an interactive list of shortcuts that you can search and filter . You can also download an Excel workbook with a list of shortcuts . Debra Dalgleish May 19 , 2010 Excel Shortcuts | [
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http://blog.cs.miami.edu/burt/2012/10/31/virtual-memory-pages-and-page-frames/ | Virtual Memory : pages and page frames October 31 , 2012 Virtual memory decouples the virtual address space that the programmer and the processor sees from the physical address space of the actual RAM memory . For each process , a mapping is maintained between virtual addresses to physical addressed , and every memory access must pass through this map . The Memory Management Unit , MMU , is the physical contraption on the computer chip that does the mapping . The virtual address space is divided into pages , a contiguous span of addresses of a particular size . The pages are page aligned in that the starting address of a page is a multiple of the page size . For instance , the starting virtual address of the first several pages when the page size is 4K are 0 , 4096 , 8192 , 16384 , etc . The MMU architecture of a 32 bit i386 allows for small page of 4K bytes and large pages of 4M bytes . The physical address space is likewise divided into page frames . The MMU is responsible for maintaing a map of pages to page frames . A page frame will be the same size as a page , and it will have the same page alignment . This simplifies the mapping — the MMU must maintain explicitly only a map between the pages and page frames . The map of individual bytes between a page and page frame just passes through the least significant bites of the address . For instance , for 4K pages on a 32 bit architecture maps the top 20 bits of a the virtual address to Various schemes exist to implement the mapping of virtual pages to physical page frames . The method used by many operating system is the page table . I will overly simplify the description on first explanation to make the mechanism clear . The page table is simply an array where the i - th entry contains the number j when virtual page i is associated with physical page j . The page and page frame numbers neglect the lower bits that indicated the offset into the page and page frame . As an example , if virtual address 0x0000 3003 where to map to physical address 0x0000 6003 then index 3 of the page table will contain the number 6 ( assuming 4K pages ) . Note that most entries in the page table will be empty , that is , the number in the page table will be invalid , as most pages are not associated with any physical page frames . In order to save space , a multilevel page table is more common than the single large table that we have described in the last paragraph . A multilevel page table will save space at the cost of more memory fetches into the page table structure . A sample multilevel page table is the two level table of Linux in the 32 bit address mode . In this scheme , the virtual address is divided into the highest 10 bits , which index one of 1024 page diretory entries ( PDE ’ s ) in a PDE table ; then the next highest 10 bites , which index one of 1024 page table entries ( PTE ’ s ) in a PTE table . The values in the PDE are physical page frame addresses , so that the exact entry in the selected PTE is simply that 22 bit page frame address adjoined with the 12 bits of index information . It ’ s 12 bits , not 10 , because each PTE is 4 bytes long . The last two bits are 0 for indexing purposes . The PDE ’ s are also 4 bytes long . Note that this all works out very well . Since there are 1024 entires , each 4 bytes long , a PDE table as well as a PTE table is exactly the size of a page frame . This saves memory in the situation where the PDE entry can be marked invalid , because there is a space of 4M of virtual address which are entirely unused . The x386 architecture also allows that “ large pages ” can be mixed with the 4k pages . The trick to this is that the PDE is marked as a large page , and the lookup stops . The 10 bits from the PDE are combined with the lower order 22 bits of the virtual address to form the physical address . This gives 4M pages . Page tables and processes Each process has its own virtual to physical mapping , and therefore its own set of page tables . To context switch from one process to another , the switch in mapping is effectuated by loading a single hardware register . That register is the base physical address of the PDE ( the page frame number ) . For some operating systems ( OSX ) the kernel as a virtual memory space completely distinct from any user processes virtual address space . Linux and many other operating systems place the operating system in high memory . This way , when the kernel runs it has access to the full memory space , including the current user ’ s memory . When in user mode , running in the lower , user reserved memory portion , the high memory is read / write protected against any access by the user . Linux reserves the lower 3G for user process memory and the upper 1G for kernel memory . In this situation the upper one quarter of the the PDE entries are the same for all processes — they are the PDE ’ s that map the common memory space of the kenel . Often the first few of these , in the lowest portion of the upper memory , map the programming code for the kernel by using large pages . The x386 architecture also supports a mode in which the physical address space is larger than the virtual address space . This becomes unnecessary for 64 bit computing , but it was worthwhile in 32 bit computing since it is possible that summed over all processes , the memory demands can exceed 4G ( and swapping to satisfy this demand would reduce performance ) . Each process would still be 4G limited by the nature of 32 bits of address ( and really 3G limited , since the upper 1G is reserved to the kernel ) , but different processes would map different page frames , so overall more than 32G of physical memory could be used . The Physical Address Extension mode ( PAE ) suports up to 52 bits of physical address . Many of the intel chips to implement all 52 bits , but the architecture provides for the possibility . Since the lowest 12 bits are offset in a page , this means that a page frame is indicated by 40 bits . The size of the PDE ’ s and PTE ’ s are increased to 8 bytes to make room for the 40 bits , and the number of entries in a single table is reduced to 512 . By the way , the remaining bits of a PDE or PTE are not all wasted . In addition to a page frame number , the entry contains : A valid flag to indicate if the entry is in use or not ; An accessed flag to indicate that there has been a read or write on the page since the last clearing of this flag ; A dirty flag to indicate that there as been a write on this flag since the last clearing of this flag ; A page size flag to indicate if this is a small or large page frame ( PDE entry only ) . Given 9 bits per index into a PDE or PTE , to support PAE and third level of indexing is required . For 64 bit computing , the 64 bit virtual address space is in fact reduced to 48 bits , which maps to a 52 bit physical address space by a cascade of four tables : the PTE , the PDE , the PTPDE and the unlikely named PML4E . 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http://blog.customink.com/2013/07/air-force-slogans-sayings/ | Popular US Air Force Slogans , Sayings and Mottos Posted By Adam Levine July 3 , 2013 July 4th is just around the corner , so to wrap up our series of military slogans and sayings , below is our list for the Air Force . They are always a great addition to a shirt when you ’ re customizing one for your wing or airmen group , or if a friend or family member is deployed and you want to send them a gift . After you find a motto or slogan you like , check out some of our favorite products for military to get started . U.S. Air Force Mottos “ Aim High … Fly - Fight - Win ” - U.S. Air Force Official Motto “ Uno Ab Alto ” – “ One Over All ” - U.S. Air Force Unofficial Motto “ No One Comes Close ” - U.S. Air Force Unofficial Motto Recruiting Slogans “ Aim High ” - Current U.S. Air Force recruiting slogan “ A great way of life . ” - Recruiting Slogan “ We do the impossible everyday . ” - Recruiting Slogan Famous Group Mottos “ Peace is our Profession ” - Air Force Strategic Air Command ( SAC ) Motto “ Libertatem Defendimus ” – “ Liberty We Defend ” - 2nd Bomb Wing ( 2nd BW ) “ Mors Ab Alto ” – “ Death From Above ” - 7th Bomber Wing ( 7th BW ) “ Follow us ” - 509th Bomber Wing ( 509th BW ) “ Aut Vincere Aut Mors ” – “ Win or Die ” - 1st Fighter Wing ( 1st FW ) “ The world ’ s most lethal war fighting team ” - 27th Fighter Wing ( 27th FW ) “ Return With Honor ” - 31st Fighter Wing ( 31st FW ) “ These things we do … that others may live . - U.S. Air Force Pararescue “ Defensor Fortis ” – “ Defenders of the Force ” - U.S. Air Force Security Forces Credit : http : / / www . military - quotes . com / mottos / US - Air - Force . htm Design Your Own Air Force T - shirts | [
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http://blog.cyrusmehta.com/2015/02/the-aao-on-credential-evaluations-and.html | The AAO on H1B Visa Credential Evaluations and the ThreeForOne Rule February 24 2015 0 Comments in Blog uncategorized by CoraAnn Pestaina As immigration practitioners we file H1B visa petitions all the time We know that in each petition the employer must demonstrate that the position requires a professional in a specialty occupation and that the foreign national the intended employee has the required qualifications Its become common knowledge that progressively responsible work experience may substitute for any deficiency in the foreign nationals education and everyone is pretty comfortable with the equivalency ratio of three years of work to one year of college training the threeforone rule Under this rule a foreign national with twelve years of work experience could be deemed nonprecedent decision by the Administrative Appeals Office AAO discussing USCIS recognition of any years of collegecredit for a foreign nationals training andor work experience is worthy of some careful review as it provides detailed analyses that can help us ward off nasty Requests for Evidence RFE from the USCIS upon the filing of H1B petitions The case involved an H1B visa petition filed by a software solutions provider to employ a foreign national in the position of Senior Associate Solution Architect The petitioner based its beneficiaryqualification claim upon a combination of the beneficiarys foreign coursework a threeyear Bachelor of Commerce degree and the beneficiarys work experience and training The USCIS Director denied the H1B petition and the AAO subsequently dismissed an appeal of the denial both on the grounds that the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary was qualified to perform the duties of the specialty occupationcaliber Software Developer positionIn its decision to dismiss A full state licensure to practice in the occupation if such licensure is required to practice in the occupation B completion of the degree described in paragraph 1B for the occupation or C i experience in the specialty equivalent to the completion of such degreeandii recognition of expertise in the specialty through progressively responsible positions relating to the specialty 8 CFR 2142h4iiiC Beneficiary qualifications provides for beneficiary qualification by satisfying one of four criteria They require that the evidence of record establish that at the time of the petitions filing the beneficiary was a person either 1 Holding a United States baccalaureate or higher degree required by the specialty occupation from an accredited college or university 2 Holding a foreign degree determined to be equivalent to a United States baccalaureate or higher degree required by the specialty occupation from an accredited college or university 3 Holding an unrestricted state license registration or certification which authorizes him or her to fully practice the specialty occupation and be immediately engaged in that specialty in the state of intended employment or 4 Having A education specialized training andor progressively responsible experience that is equivalent to completion of a United States baccalaureate or higher degree in the specialty occupation and having B recognition of expertise in the specialty through progressively responsible positions directly related to the specialty The AAO also took issue with what it described as a misinterpretation and misapplication of the socalled threeforone rule which evaluators use to recognize any three years of work experience in a relevant specialized field as equivalent to attainment of one year of college credit in that specialty The AAO stated that only one segment of the HlB beneficiaryqualification regulations provides for the application of the threeforone ratio and that is the provision at 8 CFR 2142h4iiiD5 which reserves the application exclusively for USCIS agencydeterminations and moreover that portion of the regulations requires substantially more than simply equating any three i Recognition of expertise in the specialty occupation by at least two recognized authorities in the same specialty occupation ii Membership in a recognized foreign or United States association or society in the specialty occupation iii Published material by or about the alien in professional publications trade journals books or major newspapers iv Licensure or registration to practice the specialty occupation in a foreign country or v Achievements which a recognized authority has determined to be significant contributions to the field of the specialty occupation Finding that the beneficiarys experience letter failed to meet these three criteria the AAO held that such evidence did not qualify for recognition of any years of collegelevel credit The decision also points out that under 8 CFR 2142h4iiiD3 only a reliable credentials evaluation service that specializes in evaluating foreign education credentials can evaluate a foreign nationals education In the instant case the AAO therefore dismissed two evaluations prepared by individuals and not by credentials evaluation services as having no probative weight The AAO also found fault with one evaluation of the beneficiarys experiencetraining since the proof of the evaluators own credentials qualifying him to provide the evaluation included an endorsement letter from the Chairman of the Department of Computer Science at the education institution where the evaluator was employed dated four years prior to the evaluation and a letter from the Registrar which stated that the evaluator had the authority to recommend collegelevel credit for training and experience and did not state that he had the power to grant collegelevel credit or go into any detail as the specific extent of The AAO decision also touched on the fact that two evaluations mentioned that the beneficiary had completed professional development programs in a variety of computer technology and accountingrelated subjects and provided no concrete explanatory information about the substantive nature of those programs and what their completion may have contributed in terms of equivalent US collegelevel coursework With regard to any use of a foreign nationals resume as evidence of his work experience the AAO decision pointed out that a resume represents a claim by the beneficiary rather than evidence to support that claim This is one nonprecedent decision and the AAO seems to be taking a very hard line in denying a case where the beneficiary provided evidence of his work experience Immigration practitioners who file H1B petitions may feel that USCIS has not been taking such an extreme stance in previous petitions It is up to each practitioner to discuss the issue with the prospective H1B employer and decide on whether to submit a wealth of documentation with the initial H1B petition or take the chance that the USCIS could issue an RFE So what can we take away from this AAO Most importantly the threeforone rule can not be taken for granted It is important that the foreign national obtain extremely detailed experience letters from former employers which describe each position that the foreign national has held such that the progressively responsible nature of the positions is evident and indicates the foreign nationals level of expertise in the specialty The description of the foreign nationals duties and responsibilities should make it clear that his work included the theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge required by the specialty occupation The letters should also mention the foreign nationals peers supervisors and subordinates Only a foreign credentials evaluation service may evaluate a foreign nationals education Accordingly if the foreign national has a combination of education and work experience the submission to the USCIS can not contain only expert opinions from professors but must also include an evaluation from a foreign credentials evaluation service Any evidence of the foreign nationals training must be accompanied by transcripts and a discussion about the nature of the program and what each program is worth in equivalent US college level coursework Again if relying on a college professor to do an equivalency the evaluation must be corroborated with evidence from the college authorities that the professor has the authority to grant credits and must provide further details under what circumstances this professor is authorized to grant those credits The foreign nationals resume should never be used as documentation of his experience Tags Appeals Administrative Office Credential Evaluations H1B Visa Three for One Year Rule Share this entry httpblogcyrusmehtacomwpcontentuploadssites2201601CDMA_IIB_Logo_2016png 0 0 CoraAnn Pestaina httpblogcyrusmehtacomwpcontentuploadssites2201601CDMA_IIB_Logo_2016png CoraAnn Pestaina 20150224 160200 20160313 161431 The AAO on H1B Visa Credential Evaluations and 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http://blog.dennemeyer.com/selective-distribution-contracts-preserve-prestige-luxury-goods | Selective distribution contracts a way to preserve the prestige of luxury goods Roland Weede December 15 2017 On December 6 2017 the European Court of Justice ECJ finally issued a decision on the compatibility of article 101 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union TFEU with restrictions contained in selective distribution contracts that have the preservation of the image and prestige of luxury brands as their main purpose At first glance the decision is a clear victory for the owners of luxury brands Although the ECJ confirmed the principles developed in the earlier case Pierre Fabre the court made it a point to note that the mentioned case only dealt with cosmetics and hygiene products which the court found to be fundamentally different from luxury goods Moreover the court determined that in the case at hand the clause in the contract only referred to a specific distribution system and not to an absolute prohibition of sales as was considered in the case of Pierre Fabre Coty is a global company based in New York that sells luxury goods in Germany and which entered into selective distribution agreements with perfumery Akzente The main purpose of the agreements was to preserve the luxury image and prestige of Coty goods by approving the distribution sales locations and allowing sales on the internet but only through an electronic shop window of the authorized store and only if the luxury character of the products would be preserved Also in such agreements the use of a different business name as well as the recognizable engagement of a third party not authorized Considering the refusal of Akzente to sign the contract Coty brought an action before the national court seeking an order prohibiting them from distributing products bearing the trademarks at issue via the platform amazonde The action was dismissed based on the argument that the objective of maintaining a prestigious image of the mark could not in accordance with Pierre Fabre justify the introduction of the selective distribution system Which by definition restricted competition and that this clause also constituted a hardcore restriction under article 4 c of Regulation No 3302010 Cotys successful appeal was based on the argument that according to article 101 section 1 TFEU selective distribution systems are designed to preserve the luxury image of goods and that resellers are chosen based on objective criteria of a qualitative nature that are laid down uniformly for all potential resellers and applied in a nondiscriminatory fashion not going beyond what it is necessary Preserving the luxury image of a brand as such was considers legitimate justification for the selective distribution agreements The courts decision strengthens the rights of luxury brand owners but it remains to be seen if the ECJ is willing to extend the aim of preservation of a luxury image into other branches of business It is important to mention the limits that the court imposed in its Coty decision namely that the prohibition imposed by Coty on its authorized distributors of the use in a discernible manner of thirdparty platforms for the internet sale of the luxury goods at issue was proportionate in the light of the objective pursued to preserve the luxury image of the goods Moreover the Court decision does not support an absolute prohibition imposed on authorized distributors to sell the contract goods online but only applies to the internet sale of the contract goods via thirdparty platforms which operate in a discernible manner towards consumers Finally according to the court even if it restricts a specific kind of internet sale a prohibition such as that at issue in the main proceeding does not amount to a restriction of the consumers of distribution or a restriction of authorized distributors of passive sales to end users within the meaning of article 4 b and article 4 c of Regulation No 3302010 Although the decision strengthens the rights of luxury brand owners it remains to be seen if the ECJ is willing to extend the aim of preservation of a luxury image into other branches of business Why should lets say producers of highend consumer technology be excluded from controlling the distribution channels online citing the preservation of an image of outstanding quality as a proportionate reason Posted by Roland Weede Roland Weede joined Dennemeyer Associates in July 2017 He advises clients on matters of trademark and design registrations worldwide and related questions of contract law and litigation Admitted to the German Bar Association in 2003 he has extensive experience working in law firms in the fields of Intellectual Property contract law and commercial litigation For several years he was part of the trademarks department of a prestigious German IP law firm in Tokyo and has been partner at the law firm TMSJ Rechtsanwälte Prior to joining Dennemeyer 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http://blog.dictionary.com/apostrophes-101/ | Apostrophes 101 apostrophe The apostrophe may be the most misunderstood punctuation mark in English — there are even websites dedicated to recording its misuse . Most punctuation marks fall between words to separate ideas or grammatical clauses , but the apostrophe is used within words and to combine multiple words . This small mark has two primary uses , signifying either 1 . omitted letters or 2 . possession . How to use apostrophes Some common English words can be combined into a contraction , such as is n ’ t ( is not ) , do n ’ t ( do not ) , and you ’ re ( you are ) . We often elide sounds and letters when speaking for the sake of convenience , and the apostrophe helps written language reflect its spoken equivalent . The word apostrophe comes from the Greek word apóstrophos which refers to a mark used in Greek to signify an omitted letter . It literally means a “ mark of turning away ” . Possessive apostrophes help us visualize relationships . Rather than say “ the dog that belongs to Sam , ” one can add an ’ s to the possessor ( in this case , Sam ) and say “ Sam ’ s dog . ” If the singular possessor ends with an s , add just an apostrophe instead of adding ’ s — so , the dog that belongs to Jonas is Jona s ’ dog and formulas that are used for mathematics are mathematic s ’ formulas If there are multiple possessors , as in “ the teacher room ” ( which refers to a room that belongs to multiple teachers ) , the apostrophe is also placed outside of the s . But for plural nouns that do n ’ t end in s add the ‘ s , e.g . women ’ s rights Lastly , for joint possession , the ’ s is added to the word nearest the object of possession , e.g . Francis and Kucera book The apostrophe causes so much strife in part because it ’ s the culprit in two of the most commonly confused pairs in English : you ’ re / your and it ’ s / its . Possessive pronouns ( like your and its ) never take apostrophes , but their soundalike friends are contractions that require apostrophes . We all struggle with these when writing and proofreading our work , but here ’ s a quick trick : try replacing the ’ re or with are or is . If the syntax works , then you need the apostrophe ; if not , it ’ s a possessive pronoun . For example , “ It ’ s Sunday ” can be written “ It is Sunday , ” while “ The school locked its doors ” ca n ’ t be written “ The school locked it is doors . ” Likewise , “ You ’ re late ” can be written “ You are late , ” while “ I saw your note ” can not be written “ I saw you are note . ” The apostrophe has a number of other lesser - known uses . It can replace omitted numbers ( e.g . the class of ’ 72 the ’ 20s , etc . ) and letters in written pronunciation slang e.g . gone fishin ’ . It can also be used to indicate plural letters , as in p ’ s and q ’ s two A ’ s and four B ’ s , etc . When you get confused , here ’ s a useful flowchart from The Oatmeal . Some pundits want to do away with the apostrophe altogether . Do you think that ’ s a good idea ? See Also : How do you use this slippery piece of punctuation : the slash What character was removed from the alphabet ? What is the real name of the # Previous Next | [
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http://blog.dictionary.com/lawyer-vs-attorney/ | What Is The Difference Between Attorney And Lawyer ? Lawyer is a general term for a person who gives legal device and aid and who conducts suits in court . What ’ s the difference between lawyer and attorney ? An attorney or , more correctly , an attorney - at - law , is a member of the legal profession who represents a client in court when pleading or defending a case . In the US , attorney applies to any lawyer . The word attorney comes from French meaning ‘ one appointed or constituted ’ and the word ’ s original meaning is of a person acting for another as an agent or deputy . Barristers vs . solicitors In the UK , those who practice law are divided into barristers , who represent clients in open court and may appear at the bar , and solicitors , who are permitted to conduct litigation in court but not to plead cases in open court . The barrister does not deal directly with clients but does so through a solicitor . What ’ s a counsel ? A solicitor would be the UK equivalent of the US attorney - at - law . Counsel usually refers to a body of legal advisers but also pertains to a single legal adviser and is a synonym for advocate , barrister , counselor , and counselor - at - law . As to the abbreviation ‘ Esq . ’ for ‘ Esquire ’ used by some lawyers , it has no precise significance in the United States except as sometimes applied to certain public officials , such as justices of the peace . For some reason , lawyers often add it to their surname in written address . However , it is a title that is specifically male with no female equivalent , so its use by lawyers should fade away . Previous Next | [
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http://blog.dictionary.com/theletteru/ | When Did The Letter U Enter The Alphabet ? There was no letter U in the alphabet . Well , that ’ s not the entire story . There was the sound for the letter we call U , but it did n ’ t look like U . It looked like V . The Classical Latin alphabet had only 23 letters , not the 26 that we have today . ( This is why the W looks like a double V but is pronounced like a double U . Learn more about the history of W here . ) For a very long time , U and V were allographs . What ’ s an allograph ? An allograph is a variation of a letter in another context . Uppercase and lowercase letters are allographs . Before the use of the letter U , the shape V stood for both the vowel U and the consonant V . In the picture below you can see the letter V used in places were it would be pronounced as a U . The letters begin to look different in the Gothic alphabet in 1386 ; however the use of the u was not widespread . When scribes did use a u , it was in the middle of words , e.g. save was saue , but upon was vpon . It was n ’ t until printing standardized letter shapes in the 1600s that the letter U became regularly used . First , in the 1500s , Italian printers started distinguishing between the vowel U and the consonant V . However , the V continued to be used for the U sound The letter Z was almost removed from the alphabet . Read Z ’ s story here Covld you still read if we vsed v for u ? Previous Next | [
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http://blog.dictionary.com/vitamin-b6-cancer/ | Big Vitamin B6 - cancer news raises the question : What do the B and 6 mean ? A study published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association says that smokers with greater amounts of Vitamin B6 may be less likely to develop lung cancer . The findings are preliminary , but have caused a lot of excitement . Behind the promising health news is a great question : Why are vitamins named with various letters and numbers ? Does the letter match the name of a chemical , like Vitamin C and citric acid ? Is there some brilliant logic ? No , there is n ’ t . First of all , the word vitamin started off as “ vitamine , ” a combination of the Latin vita for “ life ” and amine “ any of a class of compounds derived from ammonia . ” The E on the end was dropped when it was discovered that vitamins actually were n ’ t connected to amines after all . Vitamins have alphabetical names based on vitamers , the chemical compounds that fulfill the nutritional function of a particular vitamin . So , for example , the chemicals that are necessary for certain eye functions are all classified as Vitamin A . Why did those become A ? Because they were discovered first . B came second , etc . Vitamin B is a little different than the rest . Originally all of the different types of B were thought to be one classification , but it was later discovered that all 8 of them serve different nutritional functions . They tend to coexist in the same foods , and when they are combined in pills they are called Vitamin B complex The individual types of B are designated by a number , but there ’ s a problem : the numbers are n ’ t consecutive ( which is why there is a B12 but only 8 types of B vitamin . ) The missing numbers belong to substances that used to be considered vitamins but were dropped from the list by nutritionists over time , for various reasons . And that ’ s also why the alphabet of vitamins skips from E to K . Many substances that were formerly on the vitamin list have either been renamed or dropped from nutrition altogether . An example is the former Vitamin P , which has been relabeled flavonoids which are still included in supplements . Poor ex - Vitamin L1 , anthranilic acid . The reason it was dropped from the vitamin list almost evokes pity : “ Non - essential for human health . ” Previous Next | [
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http://blog.dictionary.com/zip-code/ | What Does “ ZIP Code ” Stand For ? Getty It ’ s a hectic time of year for the U.S. Postal Service . Those packages you ordered on Cyber Monday are steadily arriving . You ’ re probably even receiving a few holiday greetings the old - fashioned way — snail mail The half million employees who work for the USPS rely heavily on the five - or nine - digit ZIP codes for efficient and reliable mail delivery . So , it makes sense that the term “ ZIP code ” would be related to being zippy , which means “ lively ” or “ peppy . ” “ ZIP ” is actually an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan . However , the USPS intentionally chose the acronym to indicate that mail travels more quickly when senders mark the postal code on their packages and envelopes . The general system of ZIP codes used today was implemented in 1963 . Prior to this system , the USPS used a system of postal zones , which was only applicable to large cities . This is where the “ improvement ” part comes into play . The basic ZIP code has five digits . The first three digits refer to a sectional center facility ( or SCF ) , what is basically a network of super post offices . All of the post offices that have those three digits in their ZIP code have their mail sorted and processed by the same SCF . The last two numbers designate the specific post office within an SCF ’ s territory . In the 1980s a new system was introduced called ZIP+ 4 . Four additional digits ( with a hyphen ) were added to the basic code . This allowed senders to indicate an even more precise location , such as a particular block or apartment building . The rise in post office boxes also made this greater level of precision necessary . Here ’ s one more postal term to file away : Postnet . The Postnet is a ZIP code translated into a barcode and printed on a piece of mail . The Postnet makes it more efficient for automated machines to sort mail . Now that you have command of the ZIP code , try the challenge of understanding how to read a barcode . Be warned ; it ’ s not easy . Here ’ s our explanation Previous Next | [
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http://blog.dilbert.com/ | Scott Adams ' Blog Podcast Episode 494 Scott Adams : The Fire , A Glass of Water With a D . Cher ’ s TDS Relapse , Divorced Dad , Fine People Posted April 16 , 2019 in : # Cher , # Chris Cuomo , # CNN Fake News Dilbert Michelle Obama nancy pelosi Pete Buttigieg president trump SAFE Gen IV Nuclear Power Scott Adams Shepard Smith Topics : Shepard Smith shuts down French official mentioning other fires Michelle Obama compares President Trump to divorced Dad Divorce as a sexist insult against men … cause men suck ? CNN , Chris Cuomo show guest promoted the “ fine people ” hoax NO correction or pushback from Cuomo , fake news CNN Cher blasts President Trump because he agreed with her President “ butchers his enemies ” … with mean nicknames ? Pelosi and a glass of water with a “ D ” next to it CNN top left ( key news stories ) nothing attacking Trump ? No News ? 30 year anniversary of Dilbert today Presidential candidates need to be asked SAFE Gen IV nuclear power ? Ask candidates if they believe the “ fine people ” hoax Matchup : Power , maturity , results … versus Mayor Pete ’ s cleverness Please donate to support my Periscopes and Podcasts : I also fund my Periscopes and podcasts via audience micro - donations on Patreon . I prefer these methods over accepting advertisements or working for a “ boss ” somewhere because it keeps my voice independent . No one owns me , and that is rare . I ’ m trying in my own way to make the world a better place , and your contributions help me stay inspired to do that . See all of my Periscope videos here . Find my WhenHub Interface app here . below is a demonstration of the personal DONATE button you can add to any blog or web page . All you need is a free account on the Interface by WhenHub app . 00 : 00 00 : 00 Podcast : Play in new window | Download Comments temporarily disabled Episode 493 Scott Adams : Cher ’ s TDS Cure , Bad Studies , Omar ’ s Death Threats , Pelosi Posted April 15 , 2019 in : # Andrew Yang Cher immigration Pete Buttigieg president trump Racism Sanctuary Cities Scott Adams Topics : The press has nothing that it wants to report right now Things are going President Trump ’ s way right now The press does n ’ t seem to support the left ’ s healthcare plans Is it because they ca n ’ t tell a lie THAT big ? The press can no longer say border security does n ’ t matter CHER tweets about Los Angeles sanctuary city status Mayor Pete definitely has some charisma A gay veteran who is also smart , with clever empty statements Andrew Yang goes full racist and gets away with it Says he ’ s an Asian that likes math … Is that racist against whites ? Myth : Moderate drinking is good for you People who are n ’ t alcoholics … live longer Does n ’ t mean booze is good for you Myth : Women are attracted to guys that are jerks Myth : Men are attracted to women who are the “ B ” word Is it still embarrassing to support President Trump ? People wrong about everything for the last two years If you are n ’ t embarrassed about being anti - Trump for last 3 years Please donate to support my Periscopes and Podcasts : I also fund my Periscopes and podcasts via audience micro - donations on Patreon . I prefer these methods over accepting advertisements or working for a “ boss ” somewhere because it keeps my voice independent . No one owns me , and that is rare . I ’ m trying in my own way to make the world a better place , and your contributions help me stay inspired to do that . See all of my Periscope videos Find my WhenHub Interface app below is a demonstration of the personal DONATE button you can add to any blog or web page . All you need is a free account on the Interface by WhenHub app . http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 493 - Scott - Adams - Chers - TDS - Cure - Bad - Studies - Omars - Death - Threats - Pelosi . mp3 Podcast : Play in new window | Download Comments temporarily disabled Episode 492 Scott Adams : Proposing a Capitalist Healthcare Plan That ’ s Either Brilliant , or the Opposite Posted April 14 , 2019 Confusopoly healthcare Capitalist version of a healthcare plan Healthcare Confusopoly – Whiteboard Business model of the press inhibits seeking , promoting solutions Suggestions for fixing healthcare Price Transparency Healthcare Insurer rebates if consumer finds bargains Market for health data sharing http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 492 - Scott - Adams - Proposing - a - Capitalist - Healthcare - Plan . mp3 Episode 491 Scott Adams : Answering Your Questions Because no News Lately , Just Reruns Posted April 14 , 2019 Topic : Audience questions , Various topics http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 491 - Scott - Adams - Answering - Your - Questions - Because - no - News - Lately - Just - Reruns . mp3 Episode 490 Scott Adams : Sanctuary City Persuasion , Climate Change Solutions Posted April 13 , 2019 5G AOC climate change Floating Cities Gen IV Safe Nuclear Sanctuary Cities Shake the Box VR Education White House considers shipping illegals to sanctuary cities Phase 2 : Why wo n ’ t sanctuary cities accept them ? Phase 3 Kill Shot : “ How many illegal immigrants will you take ” Our government is so broken it ca n ’ t act on things both sides agree on Nobody “ shakes the box ” better than President Trump Side Note : AOC also “ shakes the box ” effectively Small floating cities are essentially aircraft carriers Aircraft carriers are nuclear powered , Gen IV applicable Green Peace supports Gen IV SAFE nuclear power Why are n ’ t FOX or CNN discussing , covering SAFE Gen IV nuclear ? BOTH sides of congress support SAFE Gen IV nuclear power Dems want to say GOP is n ’ t doing anything about climate change SAFE Gen IV solves climate change , it ’ s being developed 5G is n ’ t just faster internet 5G is civilization changing Education , VR , healthcare , everything major will be transformed Lets get to free education the smart way … through technology Schools today : bullying , drugs , sex With technology , we CAN do better for our children http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 490 - Scott - Adams - Sanctuary - City - Persuasion - Climate - Change - Solutions . mp3 Episode 489 Scott Adams : Monkeys , Climate , Communication , Assange , White Nationalism , Brainstorming Posted April 12 , 2019 Bug Eyes Chuck Schumer CNN Fake News ICE Julian Assange White Nationalist “ White Nationalist ” is an offensive racist term Human genes are being injected into monkey brains As monkey intelligence increases , will they be given rights ? CNN ca n ’ t decide what side they ’ re on in regard to Assange CNN heavily promoting Buttigieg , top 8 headlines all Buttigieg ICE considered locating illegal immigrants in sanctuary cities Schumer calls Assange a “ Russian spy ” , without any evidence So far , even CNN is n ’ t highliting his statement Communication requires speaker to assume knowledge of audience Do “ bug eyes ” indicate a person does n ’ t believe what they ’ re saying ? “ Join my hallucination ” physical symptom : Bug eyes ? Winning the argument by arguing the definition of words My father built a bomb shelter in our basement when I was a kid Nuclear war was so imminent , we needed to prepare What impact did that have on children ? http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 489 - Scott - Adams - Monkeys - Climate - Communication - Assange - White - Nationalism - Brainstorming . mp3 Episode 488 Scott Adams : My Assange Prediction Posted April 11 , 2019 FOX Fake News Julian Assange CNN , FOX not yet sure if it ’ s better for their team to love or hate Assange Assange + Trump more likely to make a deal than any other POTUS What does Assange know , that nobody else knows ? Assange previously offered juicy info that benefits Trump Legal ploy and no jail time for Assange , in exchange for info ? http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 488 - Scott - Adams - My - Assange - Prediction . mp3 Episode 487 Scott Adams : Assange , Kerry vs Massie on Climate Change , Barr on Spying Posted April 11 , 2019 Candace Owens climate change Dilbert Gen IV Nuclear Power John Kerry Kim Kardashian Michael Mann MSM propaganda Newsweek Oliver Stone Predicated Thomas Massie Tony Heller Newsweek , most despicable headline in history ? Candace headline in landscape versus portrait mode Oliver Stone tweets his support for SAFE Gen IV Nuclear Power Stone says wind and solar does n ’ t have same potential Julian Assange arrested Obama commuted his co - conspirator , Chelsea Manning Does Pro - Trump Assange have juicy info ? Kim Kardashian wants to become a lawyer , pursue activism Huge respect for her as a hard working , good person Like Kanye , she ’ s a VERY hard worker , deserves respect “ Predicated ” reasons for the spying , was spying justified ? We ’ re past the question of whether or not spying happened Cringe - worthy climate change testimony MIT Engineer Rep . Massie ’ s weak climate change challenge Kerry ’ s answer was n ’ t so smart or informed either , embarrassing OUT OF CONTEXT propaganda hits Candace taken out of context on Hitler , propaganda hit “ Fine People ” hoax was an out of context propaganda hit “ Animals ” hoax was an out of context propaganda hit The media and both political parties do it ALL THE TIME Tony Heller and climate change skepticism Michael Mann mocking me for my lack of scientific understanding Open question : The troposphere is n ’ t warming as CC predicts – True ? http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 487 - Scott - Adams - Assange - Kerry - vs - Massie - on - Climate - Change - Barr - on - Spying . mp3 Episode 486 Scott Adams : HOAXES , Buttigieg , Healthcare , Israel , Candace Owens , More Posted April 10 , 2019 Bill Gates Candace Owens Gen IV Nuclear Power healthcare HOAX Funnel Obama PM Netanyahu Ted Lieu Ted Lieu ’ s despicable , out of context clip sliming Candace Owens Pete Buttigieg , the new media endorsed Democrat candidate Zapping nuclear waste with a laser to neutralize it ’ s danger Bill Gates promoting Gen IV SAFE nuclear power options NO danger of meltdown CAN safely burn existing nuclear waste for its fuel Healthcare and President Trump … waiting for the 2020 elections Persuasion : A+ Grade : F ( he has no plan so far ) Healthcare plan suggestion … Competition is what ’ s badly needed Allow people to buy into Medicare at reduced rates ? Existing plans would need to compete with Medicare plan Medical technology startups for consumer cost reductions Technology reduces costs , improves results 12 % of people say CNN is n ’ t politically biased … wow Prime Minister Netanyahu wins election DEBUNKING Update : Showing people the “ Fine People ” HOAX The afflicted push back when shown it was clearly a HOAX The “ Hoax Funnel ” I use for debunking the HOAX President Trump ’ s recent firing of cabinet people CONCEPT : The bad day strategy of aggregation Obama is a REALLY BORING public speaker Nobody realized that , till we saw President Trump speak http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 486 - Scott - Adams - HOAXES - Buttigieg - Healthcare - Israel - Candace - Owens . mp3 Episode 485 Scott Adams : Lack of Credible Democrat Candidates , Summer Reruns of Scandals , More Posted April 9 , 2019 Corey Booker immigration Kamala Harris Obama Cages reparations Introducing the “ Ted Cruz Rule ” CNN appears to have soured on backing Kamala for President Her problem might be that she ’ s boring CNN financial incentives are counter to their political preference Illegal immigrant children are being held in “ Obama Cages ” Trump admin should make it a goal to eliminate “ Obama Cages ” Reparations topic and Corey Booker No democrat candidate can ignore that “ woke ” topic The psychological invention of America as a cultural “ melting pot ” http : / / blog . dilbert . com / wp - content / uploads / 2019 / 04 / Episode - 485 - Scott - Adams - Lack - of - Credible - Democrat - Candidates - Summer - Reruns - of - Scandals - More . mp3 Older Posts Tags AOC Border Security Chairman Kim Charlottesville Hoax China climate science Clinton clinton2016 CNN See More + View more books now | [
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http://blog.distinctstudios.com/?p=429 | What is Media Convergence ? Mary Welch Higgins December 5 , 2010 The term , media convergence came up at the recent InDesign User Group in the context of developing interactive digital media magazines for the iPad and other upcoming media tables . In broad strokes , it is the blending of multiple media forms into one platform for purposes of delivering a dynamic experience . The most succinct definition of what media convergence came from a university FAQ for a media classes . The following are definitions that I responded to . Media convergence is the merging of mass communication outlets – print , television , radio , the Internet along with portable and interactive technologies through various digital media platforms . Media convergence allows mass media professionals to tell stories and present information and entertainment using a variety of media . Converged communication provides multiple tools for storytelling , allowing consumers to select level of interactivity while self - directing content delivery . Convergence FAQ , Amarillo College Issues for content developers and designers are : Creating engaging experiences Having an optimal workflow Having a broad reach – author once and deploy many The process for the developer and designer is : Create Produce Distribute View and Analyze Related Media Convergence stories and Online Resources Tech News World has a media convergence section on their blog http : / / www . technewsworld . com / perl / section / media - convergence / Media Convergence article at Henry Jenkins blog ( Henry Jenkins is the Director of the Comparative Media Studies Program at MIT ) http : / / web . mit . edu / cms / People / henry3 / http : / / web . mit . edu / cms / People / henry3 / converge . html Media Converence blog maintained by Tom Johnson , Marshall and Sharleen Formby Regents Professor at the College of Mass Communications on the Texas Tech University campus . http : / / mediaconvergence . org / blog / Media Convergence debate from Standford University http : / / graphics . stanford . edu / ~ bjohanso / cs448 / Media Convergence Definition from Encyclopaidia Britannica http : / / www . britannica . com / EBchecked / topic / 1425043 / media - convergence December 5 , 2010 in Accessibility ART / DESIGN BIZBuzz Computer Applications Creativity CULTURE EDUCATION ENTREPRENEURSHIP . Tags : Interactivity Media Post navigation ← Adobe InDesign , Digital Magazines and the iPad Virtual World Research Study → | [
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http://blog.diversitynursing.com/blog/bid/154425/Why-the-World-Needs-Nurses | DiversityNursing Blog Why the World Needs Nurses Posted by Alycia Sullivan Wed Nov 13 2013 1056 AM There are 55 million nurses and nurses aides in America Thats 26 of the population and yet nursing is still one of the fastest growing occupations In fact the country is currently facing a nursing shortage unlike any other before Nursing is essential for a smooth running health care system Nurses are far from onetrick employees they perform countless vital tasks in hospitals nursing homes schools and more The number of nurses on hand or a lower nursetopatient ratio has been directly related to patient survival and recovery without additional complications Some of the most indemand specializations for nurses include Forensic Nursing Nurses who care for patients that were victims of crime These nurses assist with collecting evidence from their patients injuries in order to build a case against the attacker Infection Control Nurses who care for patients infected with diseases such as HIV STDs or tuberculosis must be specially trained to ensure the contagious disease is not passed along unintentionally to either the nurse themselves or other patients Management These days nurses who can educate or manage other nurses are in high demand These careeroriented positions typically pay better sometimes even into the six figures but do require additional education Management education and advocacy are three essential roles in recruiting more high quality professional nurses to the field Nursing isnt an easy job Over half of nurses report that stress and frustration plague them daily in their job However most nurses also agree that their job is very fulfilling Very few careers are as directly related to public health and serving the community as nursing Also the public is genuinely grateful for nurses For the last eleven years nurses have been ranked by Americans as the most trusted profession a pretty impressive feat Currently there is a shortage of nurses in the workplace This shortage is caused by a range of reasons but the main ones are Baby boomers are aging and require more intensive care The recession forced many people to neglect preventative care or lose their insurance driving up the demand for health care in the long term Fewer nurses are pursuing bachelors degree which would enable them to get the best nursing jobs The shortage is leading to salary wars hospitals offering hefty bonuses to new nurses and more At the end of the day professional skilled and intelligent people are desperately needed in the nursing field in the US and around the world Source RNtoBSNonlinecom Topics education BSN infographic RN occupation nursing shortage Article or Blog Submissions If you are interested in submitting content for our Blog please ensure it fits the criteria below Relevant information for Nurses Does NOT promote a product Informative about Diversity Inclusion Cultural Competence Agreement to publish on our DiversityNursingcom Blog is at our sole discretion Thank you Search this site on Google Search Google nurse 249 nurses 242 health 236 healthcare 211 nursing 203 | [
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http://blog.doctoroz.com/in-the-news/cdcs-recommendation-for-salt-intake-may-be-too-low | Today ’ s Headlines : Vitamin D , Allergy Pills and Ebola Do n ’ t Ask , Demand an Oral Cancer Exam 04 / 03 / 2014 at 10 : 00 AM CDC ’ s Recommendation for Salt Intake May Be Too Low by The Dr . Oz Show Tweet The Center for Disease Control ’ s current recommendations for how much sodium Americans should eat may be unsafely low , according to a new study published in the American Journal of Hypertension The current guidelines suggest that people younger than 50 should consume less than 2,300 mg of sodium per day and that people over 50 should have less than 1,500 mg per day . The average American consumes between 2,645 and 4,945 mg of sodium a day . The new report looked at data from 25 different studies on health risks associated with sodium intake . Over 274,000 people were included in the analysis . Researchers found that even though the average American ’ s intake is substantially above recommended amounts , it actually resulted in better health outcomes . People who ate amounts of sodium that fell on either side of the average range of 2,645 - 4,945 had higher mortality . Approximately 95 % of the world ’ s population currently eats within this ‘ healthy ’ range , according to the study ’ s authors The CDC ’ s current recommendations are based on prior studies showing that low sodium intake can lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health . However , the new study ’ s findings follow a 2013 report from the Institute of Medicine that called the CDC recommendations into question . Whether or not the new results will prompt a change in guidelines remains to be seen . However , salt may also adversely affect people with certain medical conditions such as heart failure through different mechanisms . No one asked to stay on a low - sodium diet for medical reasons should change their eating habits without consulting a doctor first . Related topics : Diet | Headlines | Health News Heart Health | + In the News By The Dr . Oz Show The Oz Blog ’ s Medical Research Team furthers the mission of the The Dr . Oz Show by facilitating a larger conversation on health , wellness , and important medical news as it happens . Stay informed , stay one step ahead , and stay healthy . Today ’ s Headlines : Vitamin D , Allergy Pills and Ebola Do n ’ t Ask , Demand an Oral Cancer Exam | [
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http://blog.dupontregistry.com/features/top-lists/top-cars-with-most-horsepower-2015/ | Features Top Lists Top Cars With Most Horsepower 2015 Andrew Nabors August 6 , 2015 As we approach the beginning of the 2016 model year , we thought it would be fun to compile a list of the cars with the most horsepower on the market . For relatively current production and limited production models , this is the list you need if cost is n ’ t a consideration . One caveat worth noting is that many European brands use metric horsepower rather than mechanical hp , but we will cover that another day . We want to hear what you think , so tell us which cars have the most accurate numbers , and what you would choose as your daily driver . If we left anything out , please let us know in the comments below . ( Note : BHP and HP are ordered by ascending numerical values , though we do understand there is a difference between the two . ) Lamborghini Huracan : 602 hp Huracans For Sale Audi R8 V10 Plus : 610 hp R8s For Sale Mercedes - AMG S , SL 65 Models : 621 hp S65s For Sale Rolls - Royce Wraith : 624 bhp Wraiths For Sale Bentley Continental GT Speed 6.0 W12 : 626 hp Continental GTs For Sale McLaren 650S : 641 hp 650S Spiders For Sale Dodge Viper : 645 hp Vipers For Sale Corvette Z06 : 650 hp Z06s For Sale Ferrari FF : 651 hp FFs For Sale Ferrari 488 GTB / Spider : 661 hp McLaren 675LT : 666 bhp Lamborghini Aventador : 690 hp Aventadors For Sale Tesla Model S P85D : 691 hp Model S ’ For Sale Dodge Challenger / Charger HellCat : 707 hp Pagani Huayra : 720 hp Ferrari F12berlinetta : 731 hp F12berlienttas For Sale Lamborghini Aventador SV : 740 hp W Motors Lykan Hypersport : 780 hp Porsche 918 Spyder : 887 hp 918s For Sale McLaren P1 : 903 hp P1s For Sale LaFerrari : 949 hp LaFerraris For Sale McLaren P1 GTR : 986 hp Ferrari FXX K : 1036 hp Zenvo ST1 : 1104 hp Koenigsegg Agera RS : 1,160 bhp Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse : 1,200 bhp Veyrons For Sale Hennessey Venom GT : 1,244 hp Venom GTs For Sale Koenigsegg One : 1 : 1,340 hp Koenigsegg Regera : 1500 hp | [
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http://blog.emailaddressmanager.com/outlook/how-to-add-attachment-to-mail-merge-email-outlook.html | ← Sidebar Mar / 11 16 How to add an attachment to a mail merge email in Outlook 4 Comments · Posted by Bogdan in Email & Outlook Tags : add attachment to email attachment mail merge Email & Outlook outlook add - in What is a mail merge email campaign ? I think that , these days , everyone who has an email address is subscribed to at least one newsletter or site and receives updates from them periodically . The action where one ( be it company or person ) sends out a number of documents from a single template form and a structured data source is called a mail merge email campaign . [ source ] The email can have many layouts and be about any number of subjects , but the action is the same ; it can be personalized , contain one or more attachments and so on , all done automatically through different means and / or programs . How can you send out a mail merge email with attachments ? Not many people know that you can perform a mail merge campaign without any additional , 3 rd party software installed – the only programs needed are Microsoft Outlook and Word . This is one of the lesser known features of Outlook and , even with its many limitations and intricacies , the results can still be regarded as good – it depends on each user ’ s requirements . If you just want to send a generic newsletter to a select contact list from Outlook ( since it can only send messages to Outlook contacts and addresses lists ) , then it will probably suffice , but what about a larger , more dynamic user base ? what if you want to add an attachment to the mail merge campaign ? The short answer is : you ca n ’ t – although you have the option to insert a file attachment , the outgoing email will include just the file shortcut , not the file itself ! While workarounds for external addresses lists and so on could be found , this last requirement can only be accomplished by either spending a couple of hours inserting code in different Outlook files ( and no one can guarantee the attachment mail merge ’ s success – also , many users are not familiar with the VBA Editor ) , give up or try a 3 rd party solution . This is where Easy Mail Merge comes in , one of our best ideas yet – with it , you can easily personalize and manage all your campaigns , import outside contacts , schedule your sent emails , as well as insert attachments to the mail merge , and no coding know - how or extra effort is required . If you want to follow this attachment mail merge tutorial step - by - step , you can download and install the trial version of Easy Mail Merge from here ( you will be able to send out 10 emails / session in Trial mode ) . * Please note that the following tutorial on attachments to the mail merge is provided in the Outlook 2010 interface , but will work for all versions of Outlook supported ( 2000 and up ) – the only things different will be the placement of some buttons , that ’ s all ! * Starting the mail merge with attachments There are two ways to go about adding attachments to mail merge emails : either inserting the same file for all your recipients , or personalized ones for each of them . Easy Mail Merge can do both , so the first part of this tutorial will deal with the first , easier option , while the second one will provide instructions so that each contact gets his or hers personalized mail merge attachment – neither of them will take up much time , anyway . How to add attachments to Outlook mail merge campaigns – Step 1 In the normal Outlook window click on the Start session button in the upper - left corner of the Easy Mail Merge ribbon . You will be presented with the start - up wizard afterwards – click on Next in the first screen , then select where the contacts you want to send your attachment mail merge campaign will be imported from . I will now use an external CSV file with just three addresses , in order to show that Easy Mail Merge adds attachments correctly – as well as personalizes the messages – but you can use any of the provided options and choose to send your attachment mail merge email campaign to any number of users . Select the appropriate address How to add attachments to Outlook mail merge campaigns – Step 2 This new window is just like any other Outlook message one , so all features and options are present . In addition , you will see an Easy Mail Merge field , which will provide you with the personalization options . As an example , I will insert my contacts ’ details ( aliases ) in the new mail merge email . Now , just insert a file as you usually do ( either by drag & drop or with the Attach file option ) . You can now click on the Preview button , and when you are satisfied with your email ’ s look & feel just click the Send button from the Easy Mail Merge section . That ’ s it – your mail merge with attachments is on its way ! How does the mail merge email with attachments look ? This is how your mail merge with attachments will look on the Gmail and Yahoo browser - based email clients , as well as Outlook : Mail merge email with attachment – Yahoo Mail merge email with attachment – Gmail Mail merge email with attachment in Outlook Now , this is OK for a generic attachment , that applies to all your contacts , but let ’ s take it up a notch and see how you can add personalized attachments to the mail merge email . Mail Merge email with different attachments – Step 1 In order to send out a personalized attachment with the mail merge email , you will have to create a CSV file of your desired contacts ( you can do this easily with Email Address Collector and from within Outlook ) . In this new file , create a column entitled “ Personalized attachments ” ( for example ) . Now , let ’ s assume that you have all of the files you want to attach in a folder on your hard - drive – for this case , I have created a “ test ” folder in the root of my hard - drive , so its address is C : \ test \ and three files , one for each of my recipients . In the Excel CSV file you will have to insert each file ’ s physical address next to the appropriate contact . Mail Merge email with different attachments – Step 2 Now , just as before , start a new session and choose to import contacts from an external CSV file . Again , select the appropriate column in the list , the one that corresponds to the attachment mail merge ’ s recipients . The normal new message window will be displayed – compose your message ( and insert any of the available personalization options ) . Underneath the drop - down list a new button will be present , one which looks like a paperclip . Mail Merge email with different attachments – Step 3 Click on the icon and a new window will appear , letting you choose which of the columns contains the address ( or file path for the mail merge ’ s attachments . Since mine is the third one , named F3 , I will select it and then will click on OK . Please note that you do n ’ t have to insert F3 in your message ’ s body ( like you would do for your recipient ’ s name , company etc . ) – if you insert that column in the body , it will be displayed as the physical address for the file ( C : \ test \ test . file for example ) and it will look very unprofessional . Just as before , you can check how your email will look by using the Preview button , and when you are done just click on the Send button from the EMM section . Your mail merge with personalized attachments is on its way ! How does the mail merge email with different attachments look ? Here ’ s how your campaign will look on different clients for emails : Personalized attachment mail merge email – Yahoo Personalized attachment mail merge email – Gmail Personalized attachment mail merge email in Outlook That ’ s all there is to it ! If you want to “ test - drive ” our product and see for yourself how easy it is to add attachments to a mail merge , just click here Thank you for your time and if you have any questions about adding attachments to mail merge campaigns , or just about mail merge emails in general please post them in the comments section , or send them to us at support @ emailaddressmanager . com Rating : 7.3 / 10 ( 17 votes cast ) Rating : + 1 ( from 7 votes ) Why do people unsubscribe to emails ? If you have ever sent out an email newsletter , I ’ m sure that with each passing campaign you encountered people who opted out of your email list . Have you ever asked yourself why ? Read more : Why do people unsubscribe to emails ? | 1 Comment The maximum displayed length of the email subject line The subject line in an email , almost as much as the from line , is one of the most important deal - breakers for your readers . That ’ s why this week we looked at how different email clients ( on all platforms we could get our hands on ) dealt with them … So , continue reading and see for yourself how many characters your subject line should have ! Read more : The maximum displayed length of the email subject line | 1 Comment The maximum displayed length of the email from line In last week ’ s article , we hoped to convince you that the from line is at least as important as the subject line in all your email communications . Now , to help you out , we tested different platforms and came up with the following “ cheat - sheet ” , detailing the maximum displayed length of the from line on different browsers , phones and desktop applications ! Read more : The maximum displayed length of the email from line 2 Comments Comments : 4 comments Chelen · October 3 , 2011 at 6 : 03 pm That sounded like an easy way to add an attachment , etc . to an email merge but I was stopped by the first command . I do not have a “ sessions ” area on my Outlook ( 2010 ) and have been unable to find it to add to it . Any suggestions ? Rating : 0.0 / 5 ( 0 votes cast ) Rating : 0 ( from 0 votes ) Author comment by Bogdan · October 4 , 2011 at 11 : 22 am Thanks for the feedback . In this post we are using one of our add - ins for Outlook , named Easy Mail Merge . If you download the latest version from our website and install it , you will find the Sessions button in Outlook , along with all the other options EMM provides . If you are interested in purchasing it , just email us at support @ emailaddressmanager . com and we ’ ll throw - in a discount coupon . Rating : 0.0 / 5 ( 0 votes cast ) 0 ( from 0 votes ) DS Development · October 4 , 2011 at 8 : 41 am Thanks for the feedback ! In this post we are using one of our add - ins for Outlook , named Easy Mail Merge ( http : / / emailaddressmanager . com / mail_merge . html ) . If you download the latest version from our website and install it , you will find the Sessions button in Outlook , along with all the other options EMM provides . If you are interested in purchasing it , just email us at and we ’ ll throw - in a discount coupon . Guest · March 5 , 2012 at 1 : 17 am Can I add multiple attachments ? ? When I tick multiple fields in the attachment properties dialog box , only one attaches . . Leave a Reply You must be logged in to post a comment . < < How to write a good email subject line How to manage bounced email addresses lists from Outlook > > | [
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http://blog.en.uptodown.com/whats-blue-double-check-whatsapp/ | What ’ s with the blue double check in WhatsApp ? The myth of the double check in WhatsApp has messed with the heads of many users of this IM service to the point of becoming the cause of a psychological syndrome and many , many breakups . Misinterpreting this little symbol has caused more than one romantic quarrel and now it seems the company is testing a new method to avoid such confusion : the double check will appear in blue when your message has actually been read . Problem solved ? Updated ( 11 / 05 / 2014 ) : The latest version of WhatsApp ( 2.11.43 ) now officially incorporates this feature , although it may not work on all smartphone models . In other words , a grey check means the message has been sent , two grey checks that it ’ s been delivered to the recipient , and two blue checks that it ’ s been read . You can also read here how to avoid these blue ticks . Until now , the tick marks accompanying your WhatsApp messages indicated one of two things : one tick to show that the message had been sent to the recipient and two to show it had been correctly delivered , which did not imply it had been read . The myth that the double check = message read eventually became so widespread that the company had to clarify how the ticks actually work on their official Twitter account Some users have begun seeing a blue double check alongside the text just like — as of a while ago now — used to occur with voice notes . The change of color meant that the recording had been played and although WhatsApp spokespeople have not yet released statements to the effect , it seems they are now testing this feature in messages . Since there has not been an official statement , these are just suppositions but other users have also started seeing a double check in group chats where normally only one would appear , meaning everything indicates that WhatsApp is at minimum planning a few changes to appear in coming updates . In fact , the Italian website AndroidWorld has discovered a new file in the WhatsApp APK called “ message got read receipt from target ” . While this new feature may end the confusion surrounding the original double - check syndrome , it of course wo n ’ t eliminate the problem . How many people do you know who are constantly checking a person ’ s last connection time or online status ? Now you ’ ll no longer have the excuse that you have n ’ t read that message . TAGS Whatsapp Messenger | [
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http://blog.equifax.com/credit/faq-how-long-does-information-stay-on-my-credit-report/ | How Long Does Information Stay on My Equifax Credit Report ? When it comes to credit reports , one of the most frequently asked questions is : How long does information stay on my Equifax credit report ? The answer is that it depends on the type of information and whether it ’ s considered “ positive ” or “ negative . ” Generally speaking , negative information such as late or missed payments , accounts that have been sent to collection agencies , accounts not being paid as agreed , or bankruptcies stays on credit reports for approximately seven years . Here is a breakdown of some the different types of “ negative ” information and how long you can expect the information to be on your Equifax credit report Late payments remain on a credit report for up to seven years from the original delinquency date - - the date of the missed payment . The late payment remains on your Equifax credit report even if you pay the past - due balance . For instance , if you had a late payment in April 2011 , the late payment would come off your Equifax credit report April 2018 , seven years after the date of the missed payment . Collection or charged - off accounts : If you have a late payment and do n ’ t pay the past - due balance , the account could eventually be charged off by the original lender and assigned to a collection agency . If that happens , the entire collection account would be removed seven years from the date of your first missed payment that led to the collection or charge - off status . If you pay the collection account before the seven - year period is up , it can remain on your Equifax credit report , but the account may have less of an Bankruptcy public records stay on your Equifax credit report from seven to 10 years , depending on the type of bankruptcy . Other negative accounts , such as repossessions , can also stay on your report for up to seven years from the date of the first missed payment that led to the negative status . Negative accounts can also include foreclosures , and short sales or a deed in lieu of a foreclosure if reported in a negative status . Here are some examples of " positive " information and how long it stays on your Equifax credit report : Active accounts paid as agreed . Active credit accounts that are paid as agreed remain on your Equifax credit report as long as the account is open and the lender is reporting it . Closed accounts paid as agreed . If the last status of the account is reported by the lender as paid as agreed , the account can stay on your Equifax credit report for up to 10 years from the date it was reported by the lender to Equifax . Lastly , hard inquiries result when a potential lender , creditor or service provider requests a copy of your Equifax credit report in response to a request for credit or certain services . These can remain on your Equifax credit report for up to two years . Regularly checking your Equifax credit report is an important step to ensure your information is accurate and complete , and confirm that any negative information falls off after the appropriate time period . You can order one free credit report every 12 months from each of the three major credit bureaus by visiting www . annualcreditreport . com | [
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Japan , Monaco , Germany and Italy have the largest proportions of over - 65s globally , which are growing rapidly and placing strains on government and company finances . Developing countries with much bigger populations , like China and India , are seeing similar demographic trends . Ageing populations will create opportunities for targeting older consumers , but present challenges for businesses and governments . Key points The proportion of over - 65s in the global population has risen from 5.9 % in 1980 to 8.0 % in January 2011 , when this group totalled 552.4 million people . Life expectancy at birth reached 69.9 years in 2010 . This is the result of improved healthcare , rising living standards , better nutrition and lower poverty rates ; Japan has the oldest population in the world , with 23.3 % aged over 65 in January 2011 and a life expectancy at birth of 83.1 years in 2010 , the highest in the world . All the other countries in the top 10 oldest as of January 2011 are in Europe , with Monaco in second place followed by Germany , Italy , Greece Sweden Major regional variations are evident . Western Europe is the region with the world ’ s oldest population ( as a proportion of the total population ) , with 16.5 % of people aged over 65 in January 2011 . In contrast , only 3.2 % of the population in sub - Saharan Africa were aged over 65 in January 2011 ; Many , though not all , over - 65s are not economically active and in many countries receive state pensions or subsidised services . This is placing a significant and growing financial burden on governments and working - age populations . The old - age dependency ratio ( the number of over - 65s as a proportion of the working - age population aged 15 - 64 ) has risen globally from 10.0 % in 1980 to 12.0 % in 2010 ; There are growing opportunities for businesses to target older consumers , especially in developed countries . Older consumers tend to have comparatively high disposable incomes as they often have fewer dependents and debts than younger generations , allowing greater discretionary spending . However , in many developing countries , older people are often more reliant on younger family members for financial support and have less spending power . Future generations of over - 65s are likely to be worse - off than their predecessors , working longer with less generous benefits . Top 10 Countries with the Highest Proportion of Over - 65s : January 2011 % of total population Source : Euromonitor International from national statistics Regional differences Japan has by far the world ’ s oldest proportionate population due to long life expectancy , low birth rates and high standards of healthcare . Similar reasons explain why Germany , Italy and Greece all have ageing populations . Monaco has the second - highest proportion of over 65s in the world due to a large number of retirees in a very small population ; In general , developed countries tend to have higher standards of living that improve life expectancy , as well as lower birth rates , arising from greater female employment and an older average age at childbirth , which means the older population accounts for a growing proportion of the population ; China , however , has the largest over - 65 population of any country at 132.7 million in January 2011 , equivalent to 9.9 % of the Chinese population and 24.0 % of the world ’ s total number of over - 65s . India has the second - largest over - 65 population at 59.8 million , equivalent to 5.0 % of India ’ s population in January 2011 and 10.8 % of the world ’ s over - 65 population ; Developing countries , especially in sub - Saharan Africa , tend to have higher ( though falling ) birth and fertility rates , lower - quality healthcare and greater poverty rates that account for much younger populations . In Uganda only 2.5 % of the population was over 65 in January 2011 and the median age was just 15.7 years in 2010 ; There are also anomalies , for instance several small Gulf Cooperation Council ( GCC ) states such as the UAE and Qatar , which have the lowest old - age dependency ratios in the world at 1.2 % and 1.3 % respectively in 2010 . This is because the majority of the population are foreign nationals , who are theoretically not permitted to remain in the country after retirement age . Pressures on government finances The majority of over 65s are not economically active ( employed or unemployed people furnishing the supply of labour for the production of goods and services ) . In Germany , only 4.2 % of over - 65s were economically active in 2010 . Older consumers make limited tax contributions and receive financial and other state benefits that are essentially paid for by the economically active population ; This is placing a growing strain on government finances . For instance , the number of pensioners ( those of state retirement age and above ) grew by an annual average of 1.8 % in Germany between 2005 and 2010 , while the total population shrank by 0.2 % per year over the same period . Germany has one of the highest pension deficits in the world ; Companies are also struggling with large pension deficits due to payments to retired employees . A trade survey found that the world ’ s 100 biggest companies had a combined pension deficit of US $ 209 billion at the end of September 2010 . Consumer market opportunities Despite the increased burden that older age groups place on the state , they constitute an important and growing consumer market : Over - 65s often have a relatively high disposable income , especially in developed countries , partly because they often have no direct dependents and have paid off debts , such as mortgages , leaving greater spending power for luxuries and non - essentials ; Over - 65s in Australasia and North America have much higher annual gross incomes than in some other regions at US $ 49,803 and US $ 34,446 respectively in 2010 . Between 2005 and 2010 average gross incomes of those aged 65 + grew quickest in Australasia and Latin America , where they rose at average annual real rates of 6.2 % and 5.1 % respectively ; In contrast , patterns in developing countries can often be different . In many cases older family members are financially supported by younger ones , partly because of insufficient state support for retirees but also because of social and cultural norms . This places additional strain on younger family members and can reduce the ability for other types of spending . Lower average incomes mean that the market potential in developing regions is still limited compared to developed countries ; Average Annual Gross Income of Population Aged Over 65 and Average Annual Real Growth in Income by Region : 2010 and 2005 - 2010 US $ per capita / real average annual growth % Source : Euromonitor International from national statistics In developed countries , 57.1 % of those aged over 65 were female in January 2011 , and 54.5 % in emerging and developing countries , with implications for companies targeting this age group , especially in terms of healthcare , leisure or anti - ageing beauty products . Females tend to have longer life expectancies than men ; Consumer spending of older households will differ from younger households creating variation in demand , with growing opportunities for health goods and medical services , as well as food and drink , as older consumers tend to stay at home more than younger consumers . Policy changes Many governments in developed countries are planning to raise the age at which people are entitled to state pensions . In France , it was decided in 2010 to raise the minimum retirement age from 60 to 62 by 2018 ; Similarly , many public and private sector employers are reforming pension schemes , often by increasing the level of employee pension contributions or by closing schemes entirely . This places extra financial pressure on working - age consumers , who are required to set aside larger proportions of their disposable incomes ; People approaching retirement age , as well as future generations , may need to change their attitudes towards retirement . Many will continue to work until an older age in order to save enough to support themselves through retirement , while also needing to save more during their working lives . These are sensitive issues and have already led to industrial action across many developed countries . Prospects Globally , the number of over - 65s is forecast to rise by 3.1 % on average annually between January 2011 and January 2020 , by which time they will represent 9.6 % of the world population . Ageing trends in developed countries are likely to accelerate , exacerbating problems for government finances . Japan ’ s old - age dependency ratio is forecast to be 48.8 % by 2020 , by far the highest in the world , while it will also have the largest proportion of over - 65s at 28.9 % , followed by Germany ( 23.0 Developing countries will continue to experience similar problems with rising old - age dependency ratios . In China , for instance , this is forecast to grow from 13.1 % in 2010 to 18.3 % in 2020 , by which time an extra 79.4 million people will be over the state retirement age . However , they will in general retain more youthful populations than developed regions . Even with reforms , government and company pension deficits are likely to widen . Ageing populations are expected to present a bigger challenge in the long term to governments than the global financial crisis of 2008 . It is likely that further reforms will be required , with the risk of causing social tensions and industrial action . Maturing demographics will create opportunities for businesses targeting older age groups . But in general , future generations of over - 65s are likely to be worse - off than their predecessors , working to an older age and receiving less generous benefits from governments or employers . Tags ageing disposable income generation healthcare Japan About Our Research Request a complimentary demonstration of our award - winning market research today . Request Demo Subscribe to our market research eNewsletter Subscribe Me Euromonitor International Privacy Policy Cookies Site Map Terms & Conditions FAQ VAT No . GB : 239 - 2559 - 40 About us Careers Press Centre Events Gender Pay Report Contact Us Registered in England No . 1040587 Solutions Shop Reports Consulting Research Monitor Capabilities Analytics Global Surveys Socio Economic Research Industry Research Market Research Blog | [
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http://blog.fabby.com/2013/03/01/can-halogen-led-and-fluorescent-bulbs-be-dimmed/ | Can Halogen , LED , and Fluorescent Bulbs be Dimmed ? March 1 , 2013 0 Comments in Informational by Lindsey P . When shopping for a dimmable bulb , check the packaging to make sure it can be dimmed . There are many different kinds of lights on the market today . Three of the most popular are Halogen , Florescent , and LED . Each of these three types of lights has its pros and cons . Some bulbs have better energy saving features while some bulbs will have stronger outputs . But can these bulbs be dimmed ? Home , office , and even public environments often require different light levels at different times , and being able to identify the right bulb to use for different situations could save time , money , and embarrassment . Not to mention add a touch of style to your home lighting . Here are the details on the new generation of energy - efficient dimmable bulbs . Can halogen bulbs be dimmed ? Halogen is an incandescent lamp with a tungsten filament — similar to the regular incandescent we ’ ve all grown with . The bulb is filled with halogen gas ( unlike the traditional incandescent ) . As the bulb heats up , tungsten from the filament evaporates through the halogen gas in the bulb and deposits on the inside of the glass “ wall . ” The halogen gas then carries those tungsten particles back to the filament and re - deposits them . For this reason , halogen bulbs often have much longer lives than regular traditional incandescent ones All halogen bulbs can be dimmed , and finding a dimmer for halogen bulbs should be easy . Most dimmers are compatible with halogen bulbs . As long as the light and the dimmer are compatible , the bulb will be able to dim to most frequencies — but at the cost of a shorter life . You will have to replace a dimmable halogen bulb more often , so keep that additional maintenance in mind . It ’ s easy to find an LED light bulb that can be dimmed . Most LED bulbs are dimmable . Can you dim LED bulbs ? LED lights are a more recent invention ; they use a lot less wattage than incandescent bulbs for the same amount of output . An LED bulb with comparable output to a 60 - watt incandescent uses less than 8 watts — a huge power - saving improvement ! They are much more expensive than incandescent and florescent bulbs , but can last decades . An $ 80 LED bulb can last more than ten years and save tons of energy ( and money ) in the long run ; a $ 7 incandescent bulb may last a fraction of Most LED bulbs can be dimmed . Simply check the packaging to verify its dimming capability . Some LED bulbs turn off at the lowest dimming setting ; this seems to be less of an issue as LED technology improves through time . In order to maximize the quality of your LED lights ’ dimming , look for dimmers that are made for LED ’ s . Are fluorescent lights dimmable ? Fluorescent lights work with a constant electrical current flowing through ionized gas in a bulb . This is why they take a few minutes to turn on and brighten . For the same reason , most florescent lights , bulbs , and strips can not be dimmed . But do n ’ t despair ! There are special florescent lights that can be dimmed . According to EnergyStar . gov , CFLs dim a bit differently than incandescents . They will dim to 10 - 40 % of the light ’ s full brightness , but will not dim all the way to darkness . Dimmable fluorescent bulbs are expensive , and wo n ’ t work with traditional halogen dimmers . They require special florescent dimmers . To check if a florescent bulb is capable of dimming , a quick look at its packaging will often do the trick . Tags : dimmable dimmers electrical tips halogen home electrical tips incandescent LED LED bulbs lightbulb tips lightbulbs residential lighting http : / / blog . fabby . com / wp - content / uploads / 2013 / 03 / dimmable - lights1 . jpg 512 1024 Lindsey P . http : / / blog . fabby . com / wp - content / uploads / 2016 / 12 / logo . jpg 2013 - 03 - 01 19 : 28 : 03 2013 - 03 - 01 19 : 28 : 03 Can Halogen , LED , and Fluorescent Bulbs be Dimmed ? 0 replies Leave a Reply Want to join the discussion ? Feel free to contribute ! Name Email Website Save my name , email , and website in this browser for the next time I comment . | [
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http://blog.firestonecompleteautocare.com/alignment/alignment-settings-wheel-camber-and-caster/ | Home Alignment Alignment Settings : Wheel Camber & Caster Alignment Settings : Wheel Camber & Caster August 22 , 2016 Alignment Settings The following settings are dependent on the intended use of your vehicle and manufacturer recommendations . What does Camber mean ? Camber plays a major role in your cornering and stability . Now , to give you a demonstration , you ’ re going to want to use your feet to best understand camber . Let ’ s get started . Stand up . No , really , stand up . Now , place all your weight on the outside of both feet . This is what is called “ positive camber . ” Now do the reverse and place all your weight on the inside of your feet . That ’ s ’ negative camber . ’ Positive camber is for stability , while negative camber is common in high performance vehicles that require better cornering . Quick fact : While some positive or negative camber is good , too much of either is bad . How does camber differ for different types of vehicles ? All vehicles are different : An obvious fact that makes for an important point . While positive camber is used to improve ride quality and vehicle stability , high performance vehicles may require better cornering performance . Either way , your vehicle manufacturer will have the exact angles for this setting . We ’ ll use those angles to properly align the wheel camber . How does suspension affect camber ? Part of your suspension has these things called rubber bushings . Yes , this part has a funny name , but its importance is no laughing matter . Bushings can break down over time , allowing excessive movement to occur in the suspension . This additional flexibility leads to poor turning performance and accelerated and uneven tire wear . Having alignment issues ? Let ’ s get you back on the straight and narrow . What does caster do for alignment ? It ’ s all about straight lines with caster . Take a look at a bicycle . Trust us , this is going to be the best way to understand the caster setting . Caster is the reason your bicycle steers in a straight line even after you take your hands off the handlebar . That ’ s because the front spindle on your bicycle has a forward angle ( caster ) built in . Your car ’ s caster works in the same way . When your car travels straight down the road with little handling on your part , that ’ s due to your caster setting . If you ’ re driving down a straight path but start pulling to one side , that ’ s a sign your caster is off . We ’ ll get you all fixed up and realigned . What does caster provide to your alignment ? Directional stability : The ability to stay on a straight course with little or no effort . Returnability After completing a turn , your steering wheel spins back to the “ straight ahead ” position . You can thank the caster for that . Do caster settings change for different types of vehicles ? Without a doubt . The caster angle is determined by your vehicle ’ s suspension design and the intended vehicle use . If you have a high speed , high performance ride , your sports car will need more caster to handle better on the straightaway and when coming out of turns . Can we get a vrooom over here ? Can you detect a caster problem on your own ? Sometimes . The most obvious and easiest sign to detect is if you feel your vehicle pulling to one side . This may mean your alignment needs adjustment . To be sure though , bring it to us and let us take a look . Quick Fact : Negative caster settings were more common when vehicles did n ’ t have power steering . That may be before your time , but inquiring minds want to know . What does “ toe in ” or “ toe out ” refer to ? Now to fully appreciate and understand this alignment angle , you ’ ll want to walk like a penguin . Now point your feet out . That is considered “ toe out . ” Ok , now point them inwards . That ’ s “ toe in . ” Pretty simple . Apply these position to your front and rear tires , and you ’ re now a toe alignment whiz . Go show off your new knowledge to your friends . Knowing the Importance of “ total toe . ” Total toe is meant to be at zero or close to zero while you ’ re cruising . If the total toe is off , severe tire wear can result . You see , proper toe settings make it possible for the least amount of resistance to occur when your tires spin . If the total toe is out of whack , you ’ ll experience uneven wear on the outside or inside part of your tires depending on whether your vehicle toe - in or toe - out setting is compromised . Did you know ? Toe problems are the leading cause of most tire problems and tire wear . It ’ s easy to miss the signs of a toe alignment problem . 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http://blog.firestonecompleteautocare.com/alignment/is-it-time-for-a-wheel-alignment/ | Home Alignment Is It Time for a Wheel Alignment ? Is It Time for a Wheel Alignment ? August 22 , 2016 Symptoms & Solutions How do driving conditions affect my vehicle ’ s wheel alignment ? Bad roads can be your wheels ’ worst enemy . If you drive down poorly maintained roads , drive through pot holes , or even hit a curb , your alignment can be greatly affected . This can cause even the slightest , tiniest alignment issue , which can accelerate uneven tire wear . Make sure you have your alignment checked every 6,000 miles or so . Your tires and your wallet will thank you later . Have alignment questions ? Need to schedule an Alignment Check ? Call us How will a wheel alignment help my vehicle ? Repeat after us : A wheel alignment ensures optimal drivability . It will help your tires last longer , your vehicle drive smoother , ultimately keeping your wheels pointed in the right direction . And , when it drives more smoothly , it ’ s smooth sailing — or should we say cruising — ahead . Plus , your car will require less energy to keep going , potentially saving a ton of fuel depending on how much alignment was required . When your car rolled off the manufacturer assembly line , it came preset with special angles that position your tires correctly . And for good reason . In order for your vehicle to travel the way it ’ s supposed to , it will need precise alignment . Mis - alignment can lead to uneven tire wear , poor handling and shorter tire life . Tires are expensive . Keeping them aligned is n ’ t . Schedule an alignment today Learn about our Lifetime Alignment service . Are there any warning lights that indicate an alignment problem ? Nope . Sorry . Regular checkups are a good defense though . What does tire wear mean to my car ’ s alignment ? The name of the poor alignment game is uneven tire wear . Ideally , tires should wear evenly across the tread . If you ’ re noticing excessive wear on the rear inside tires , you may have too much junk in the trunk or need an alignment adjustment . Uneven tire wear can also result in less MPGs and more pain at the gas pump . Quick Fact : Poor alignment can shorten a tire ’ s life by thousands of miles and compromise very crucial steering and suspension parts . That ’ s a big hit to the wallet . If you do n ’ t want to replace tires as often and enjoy the benefits of better fuel economy , have your alignment checked , at the very least , with every other oil change or at the first sign of uneven or premature tire wear . How can I tell if my car ’ s alignment is off ? There are some noticeable signs that could indicate a misalignment . Just use your eyes , ears and hands . Your senses ( and even the good old personal hunch ) are good human capital for spotting poor alignment . Here are some common signs that you are dealing with wheels with poor alignment : Vehicle pulling to the left or right Uneven or rapid tire wear Your steering wheel is crooked when driving straight Squealing tires Noticing any of these alignment issues ? Let ’ s get your ride pointing in the right direction again . Schedule an Alignment Check Quick Tip : If you are unsure about your current alignment , please give us a call . Tire misalignment can be so subtle , you may not even realize it . Luckily for your wheels , we have the precision equipment and expertise to check your alignment and fix it if needed . What are some misalignment issues I can remedy myself ? Looks like we ’ ve got an avid problem solver in the house . Well , let ’ s put your skills to work and do some solving . Even if everything feels right , and no symptoms are present , there are some more alignment issues that you can remedy yourself . Try these out : Remove junk from your trunk . Alignment is based on tire angles , which go hand - in - hand with vehicle chassis height . If you have too much weight loading down your back end , that lowers your vehicle height , throwing off your alignment . Remove what you do n ’ t need , and make sure to have your alignment check since your alignment ca n ’ t adjust itself . Maintain correct air pressure in your tires . Embrace conservative driving . It will place less strain on steering and suspension components which are key to maintaining proper alignment . Schedule an Alignment Check today . Post tagged : Alignment and Suspension Tire Care Tire Problems | [
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http://blog.garagegym.net/2017/05/02/muscles-battle-ropes-work/ | Training What Muscles Do Battle Ropes Work On Sharing is caring If you are interested in giving your fitness a boost one type of equipment you may want to consider using is the battle ropes These are relatively new to mainstream fitness centers however they offer a wealth of benefits that you cant afford to miss out on Learning what muscles battle ropes work effectively will help you discover how you should incorporate them into your workout routine Lets take a closer look at this question and give you some answers The Muscles Targeted By Battle Ropes Core Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about HTML5 video The first main muscle group youre going to hit with every battle rope workout you do is the core The core muscles will become actively engaged with each and every movement pattern you do because of the fact they are going to be required for stabilization purposes With each movement you make youll be throwing the body slightly off balance and it will be up to your core muscles to help you regain control and support They are going to help counteract the forces that you create with the rope with each slam you do The Lower Body Your lower body will not be put to sleep when working the battle ropes Many people think that this is primarily an upper body focused workout routine but you can very easily make it a lower body focused one as well As long as you are in the upright standing position the lower body is going to be called into play to keep your upper body balanced as the ropes create ongoing forces that you must once again withstand Think of them as your pillars of balance In addition to that as you perform your battle rope exercises you can incorporate front and back lunges along with side to side lunges into the mix In this manner youll hit your glutes hamstrings and quads as well The only time you wont hit your lower body when doing battle rope training is if you choose to sit down while performing the exercises Do this and then you will take the lower body out of things The Upper Body Finally lets not forget the primary focus of battle rope training the upper body With each exercise you do you are going to be holding the battle ropes and creating waves as theyre called working the muscles in the upper body as you go Youll be hitting the chest the shoulders and even the back as the back is used to help direct the movement as well On top of this youll also work the biceps and triceps as they work as synergists to help you complete the movement Certain exercises you do with the battle ropes will work some muscles more intensely than others so note that you can target muscles specifically For example if you are doing in and out waves this will really hit the chest muscles bringing out maximum muscle definition On the other hand up and down waves will focus more on the shoulder muscles so thats also important to note By changing the exercises you do in your battle rope workout routine you can be sure to hit each muscle as you prefer So keep these points in mind and remember battle rope training can easily replace a full body weight lifting workout if planned out properly And even better it can also work your cardiovascular fitness level as well giving you even better progress towards reaching your fitness goals Whether you want to burn fat or build muscle battle rope training can help you achieve success Sharing is caring TAGS Battle Rope Battle Ropes Undulation Ropes Workout Rope | [
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http://blog.gembaacademy.com/2007/02/06/standard-work_06/ | Standard Work By Ron February 6 , 2007 Since the mission of this blog is to offer ideas for how to align the strengths of both Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma I wanted discuss a topic I firmly believe all continuous improvement practitioners should practice . This topic is standard work . There are three components of standard work : Takt Time Work Sequence Standard Work in Process ( SWIP ) Takt Time Formally defined , Takt Time is the rate at which your customer buys a product . It is often called the heart beat of production since once Takt Time is calculated all processes should operate at , or preferably a bit below , Takt Time . A common mistake is when people think they can measure Takt Time with a stop watch . This is incorrect as Takt Time must be calculated as follows : Takt Time = Net Available Time per Day / Customer Demand per Day . American football helps me remember this formula . By remembering TD for touchdown I get T ( time ) / D ( demand ) . Typically we note Takt Time in “ seconds per piece . ” Takt Time is the law of the land and once it is understood all processes must work to this pace . Toyota , for example , operates at a Takt Time of around 50 ~ 60 seconds . How amazing is that ? Work Sequence Next up is Work Sequence which is simply the order in which an operator performs manual operations ( including walking and waiting ) . It is extremely important to determine the best and most efficient way for operators to perform their work . It helps ensure your process maintains consistency and stability . Whenever possible our aim should be to limit wasted motion , reaching , or any other non value added action . Standard WIP Finally , we must discuss Standard Work in Process ( SWIP ) . SWIP is calculated as follows : Standard WIP = ( Manual Time + Auto Time ) / Takt TimeWhen a process is operating at , or slightly less than , Takt Time SWIP will usually be 1 piece . An exception to this rule would be if two sequential processes summed cycle time was less than Takt Time . In this case you may only have one piece of SWIP for these two processes . If a process has a cycle time greater than Takt Time SWIP will be at least 2 pieces , possibly more depending on how the formula works out . Summary This evening I have introduced the basics of Standard Work . There is much more to Standard Work including things such as the cycle time / Takt Time bar chart and the standard work combination sheet . But if you understand the basics outlined in this article you will be well on your way to a better and more efficient process no matter if your title is black belt or lean specialist . Subscribe to LSS Academy If you enjoyed this article please consider subscribing to our full feed RSS . You can also subscribe by email and have new articles sent directly to your inbox . Tagged in : Lean standard work Lean Lean Fav The Toyota Way is Doing Obvious Things We Made Someone at Toyota Headquarters Unhappy | [
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http://blog.gi-supply.com/blog/have-paracentesis-procedures-shifted-entirely-to-interventional-radiology | Has Paracentesis Shifted Entirely to Interventional Radiology ? December 9 , 2014 INTRODUCTION : There has been a significant shift in specialty when it comes to performing large volume paracentesis ( LVP ) . LVP procedures performed by interventional radiologists have increased significantly over the last 20 years , while the same procedures have declined significantly in gastroenterology . The techniques used for LVP have also been changing as more advanced medicines and technologies have become available . Let us know what your practice is doing . LARGE VOLUME PARACENTESIS : Large volume paracentesis ( LVP ) is the “ treatment of choice ” for the management of patients with grade 3 / large ascites 1 and refractory ascites . A patient is said to have refractory ascites when the fluid buildup is either unresponsive to a sodium - restricted diet and high dose diuretic treatment , or recurs rapidly after therapeutic paracentesis . 2 LVP has been defined as the removal of more than 5 liters of ascitic fluid , and is considered safe with a very low rate of serious complications . 3 Patients requiring serial LVP typically undergo the procedure every two - weeks , but more frequent sessions may be required to relieve abdominal pressure . The American Association for the Study of Liver Disease ( AASLD ) Practice Guidelines and the European Association for the Study of Liver Disease Clinical Practice Guidelines both recommend an albumin infusion of 6 - 8g per liter of fluid removed during LVP to improve survival and prevent post - paracentesis circulatory dysfunction . The specific clinician who should perform LVP and the recommended technique is less clearly defined . While the procedure used to largely be performed by gastroenterologists , a 2010 study published in the Journal of the American College of Radiology showed that radiologists now far exceed gastroenterologists and critical care medicine physicians as providers of LVP . 4 The shift is likely due to the increased use of imaging guidance , specifically ultrasound . A 2014 UpToDate article by Dr . Bruce Runyon states that “ Paracentesis can be performed safely by any clinician who has received proper training [ emphasis added ] . Some hospitals have a dedicated procedure team that performs simple procedures such as paracentesis and central line insertion . These teams , which typically include an experienced clinician or mid - level provider and an assistant , often use an ultrasound machine to guide the procedure . ” 5 So where does your practice stand ? If you or your team is currently performing LVP , take the polls below ! In addition to the clinician performing the paracentesis procedures , the techniques have been shifting as well . Glass vacuum bottles , gravity fed waste bags , wall suction , and more recently the RenovaRP ® Paracentesis Pump have all been used to remove ascitic fluid , with glass bottles seeming to be the most commonly used equipment . Things to consider when deciding on a paracentesis technique : Safety : Each technique mentioned can be safe most of the time , but some techniques carry certain risks . For example , glass bottles have been reported to break at the patient ’ s bedside and during transport . Also , the intense pressure from wall suction may cause bowel to obstruct the paracentesis cannula . Time : Techniques that use the RenovaRP , a peristaltic pump , or wall suction are typically much faster than those using glass bottles and gravity bags . Portability : Having the ability to perform the procedure in multiple patient areas makes it easier to schedule patients and get them treated faster . For example , wall suction must be done in a dedicated procedure room , taking up valuable space that could otherwise be used for another procedure . Availability : There are few things more frustrating to healthcare professionals than when they are scheduled to do a procedure , and they find out they do not have the proper equipment . Nurses have reported shortages in vacuum bottles over the years , leading to much longer paracentesis times and postponed appointments . CONCLUSION : While it is clear that changing specialties and techniques will continue , the need for large volume paracentesis is not going away . Hepatitis C and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease ( NAFLD ) are only two of the major contributors to chronic liver disease that are on the rise , and patients with end - stage liver disease have increasing life expectancies . Treating these patients quickly and effectively will improve their quality of life , so whomever is performing the procedure should review their chosen technique . 1 European Association for the Study of the Liver . EASL clinical practice guidelines on the management of ascites , spontaneous bacterial peritonitis , and hepatorenal syndrome in cirrhosis . J Hepatol 2010 ; 53 : 397 - 417 . 2 Runyon , B . AASLD Practice Guideline Management of Adult Patients with Ascites Due to Cirrhosis : Update 2012 . Hepatology , 2013 . http : / / www . aasld . org / practiceguidelines / Documents / ascitesupdate2013 . pdf 3 Senousy BE , Draganov PV . Evaluation and management of patients with refractory ascites . World J Gastroenterol . Jan 7 , 2009 ; 15 ( 1 ) : 67 – 80 . Published online Jan 7 , 2009 . doi : 10.3748 / wjg . 15 . 67 4 Duszak Jr , R . et al . National Fluid Shifts : Fifteen - Year Trends in Paracentesis and Thoracentesis Procedures . 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http://blog.glrv.com/can-i-tow-a-travel-trailer-with-a-half-ton-vehicle | Can I Tow a Travel Trailer with a Half - Ton Vehicle ? Apr 8 2016 The trailer you ’ ve got your eye on has just about everything you need . Big slideouts , an outdoor kitchen and a huge awning make it the perfect camper you need for years of adventure in the wild . But there ’ s one glaring problem : it ’ s heavy . Most travel trailers are in the neighborhood of 6,000 to 8,000 lbs . , and that ’ s before you put food , drinks , clothes and the bunches of other stuff necessary for a weekend ( or longer ) excursion . Your half - ton truck , while reliable , does n ’ t look like it ’ s up to the challenge of carting it down the highway dozens of times . Should you be concerned ? Can you tow a new travel trailer with a half - ton vehicle ? TRUCKS TODAY In a nutshell , towing capacity is hard to measure . Truck A claims it can tow 15,000 lbs . but truck B claims it can tow 20,000 . They ’ re the same weight with similar engines , so what gives ? The issue lies in the fact that there is no industry - wide standard for towing weight . Numbers are often skewed lower to keep consumers safe , when , in reality , most trucks can tow more than they claim . Most half - ton trucks can keep up with the weight of a travel trailer . If your truck is less than four years old , it ’ s essentially a three - quarter - ton truck from 15 years ago . The suspensions and engines of modern trucks are brawnier than trucks from years past . The tow ratings on most half - ton trucks range from 6,500 to 10,000 lbs . If your trailer is less than that , you should be ok , provided you do n ’ t overload it . ADD - ONS The caveat to towing a travel trailer with a half - ton truck is that you ’ ll need to tack some add - ons to ensure safe towing . First , you ’ ll need a set of tow mirrors . RV tow mirrors extend or stick on to your truck ’ s side mirrors to extend your range of view and banish blind spots . While these are great for anyone towing an RV , they ’ re especially important for half - ton trucks . It ’ s also a smart idea to invest in an electronic brake control . With a trailer brake controller , you can add or detract power from your travel trailer ’ s brake system , and monitor it without even stepping out of your car . If you are towing a bumper - pull travel trailer as compared to a fifth wheel travel trailer , you ’ ll need a sway bar . This is one of the best aftermarket improvements you can make for your motorhome , and can keep your RV stable , even at highway speeds . TRUCK BOXES For fifth wheel RVs , the box of the back of the truck is very important . While many half - ton trucks are powerful enough to tow your trailer , they might not have the space to do so without some modifications . Most half - ton trucks have 5.5 - foot boxes , while 6.5 - and 8 - foot boxes are usually reserved for larger , one - ton trucks . If you ’ re towing a fifth wheel with a half - ton truck and a smaller bed , having an adjustable ( or sliding ) hitch adapter is a must . Using a sliding hitch can prevent your truck ’ s cab from coming into contact with your RV when making tight turns . This is also why fifth wheels are rounded on the front side . Whatever you choose , do n ’ t let your truck limit your trailer choices . Buy the camper you want first , then purchase the appropriate tow vehicle . Photo courtesy WikiMedia Subscribe to our Blog Categories Campground Reviews ( 10 ) Maintenance ( 43 ) Miscellaneous ( 16 ) The Good Life ( 95 ) The Good Life with Danielle and Eric ( 1 ) Tips and Tricks ( 88 ) Travel ( 60 ) Archives Search the GLRV Blog RV Inventory | [
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http://blog.goptg.com/4-programs-to-better-manage-projects-in-office-365 | 4 Programs to Better Manage Projects in Office 365 10062016 Edit 101618 A lot has changed in Office 365 since we originally wrote this blog Enough that we wrote a new blog with some new program recommendations You can read that here Using a project management application can provide significant benefits to companies looking to streamline processes in their businesses It can greatly reduce time spent on planning as well as increase team productivity Its just a matter of finding which application is right for you If youre using Office 365 or considering moving to it soon you likely already have a few options available to you apps and programs vary by plan Office 365 Planner The first and most obvious choice for planning projects using Office 365 is Planner After all thats the whole purpose of the app its a lightweight project management app With Microsoft Planner you can create plans by specific project Each plan includes team members using Office 365 Groups task list boards a team notebook a team files section a calendar and running conversation log Each plan also includes Charts which provide an easytouse view on the plans progress Weve written more about Office 365 Planner including what works well and what doesnt work quite as well in this post Planner is best used for teams looking to get into project management and teams who want to break down the plan primarily by tasks Its great for teams who work in sprints and dont need a ton of extra features in their project plans Office 365 Groups Office 365 Planner and Office 365 Groups are closely related and Planner relies on some of the functionality of Groups so not surprisingly they have some features in common You can have Office 365 Groups outside of Planner though Office 365 Groups are basically groups of team members that can be brought together as a single unit to efficiently work as one team Groups differ from a typical distribution list in what they can access A typical distribution list or group is used to easily send emails to multiple people at once like your entire employee list or a specific department Groups on the other hand have a unified email address a OneDrive site a calendar and a conversation feature backed by Yammer Everything is managed through Azure Active Directory giving everyone a singleset of security permissions Using Groups outside of Planner works well for teams who want to keep all of their project documentation and communication in one place but dont necessarily need to use Planner or who track tasks outside of Office 365 SharePoint SharePoint is one of the least understood apps inside of Office 365 Out of the box its an online file repository for sharing and collaborating When planning a project using SharePoint can be a huge help with organization and management You can attach specific plans for the project in specific folders and then put sub documents related to the project in those folders for anyone to view You can use SharePoint features like sites libraries folders and tagging to organize files basically any way you want Most users stop there which is perfectly fine and a great use for the app But SharePoint is fully customizable By that we dont just mean you can customize how you store files you can build full websites and applications on SharePoint There are many project management templates and addins already available or you can build a completely custom solution This typically works best for companies who have very specific requirements in their project management process It can be expensive to custom build a SharePoint site but if you have specific requirements youre looking for that wont be met by outofthe box project management tools like Planner spending the money may be worth it in the long run Office 365 AddOns Project Online Microsoft Project Online doesnt come standard with any Office 365 licenses but can be purchased as an addon As the name suggests its a robust project management app It allows full management of resources and tools used for scheduling and assigning time for tasks as well as the ability to assign people to the lists Essentially its a massive task list thats fully customizable that incorporates other programs like Skype for Business SharePoint and Power Bi to allow for integrated collaboration portfolio management and advanced reporting You can create the tasks directly from the app and implement start and finish dates Gain a visual analysis using the builtin report tool which will help you make better businessoriented decisions Its a more robust tool than Office 365 Planner so it usually works a little better for teams who need more from their project management system There are a few different plans depending on what you need The benefits of using one or more of these apps arent just significant for projects alone but also for other areas as well The seamless integration that these systems provide can 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http://blog.gsmarena.com/chromecast-is-chrome-os-powered-hdmi-stick-for-your-tv-costs-just-35-is-what-nexus-q-should-have-been/ | Posted in : Chrome OS Desktop software Mobile software Television Chromecast is smart stick for your TV that costs just $ 35 July 24th , 2013 , 19 : 26 by Peter 20 comments Google unveiled a smart HDMI stick for TVs – unlike most sticks we ’ ve seen so far , Chromecast runs a simplified version of Chrome OS rather than Android . It integrates with Google services like YouTube , Google Play Music , Google Play Video and the Chrome app ( on a phone , tablet or laptop ) . Long story short , it ’ s the Nexus Q done right . How does Chromecast work ? Say you ’ re viewing a YouTube video on your phone ( Android or iOS ) and hit the Chromecast button . The device will switch on your TV if it ’ s off , change the input so that the TV displays that feed and start playing . Multiple devices ( you , your friends and family ) can add videos to the playback queue , searching for new YouTube videos does n ’ t disturb the playback on the TV . It ’ s not just YouTube , the Google Play Movies and the updated Netflix app supports it too . You can control playback from the phone – change volume with the volume rocker and skip videos straight from the lockscreen . There ’ s more – if you have to go out , you can hit the Chromecast button again and playback jumps back to your phone . Or you can move it to a tablet instead , it will continue from where it left off . Chromecast also handles DJ duties – you can play music from the Google Play Music store and Pandora too ( all of this is compatible with iOS devices as well ) . Another thing the little stick can show on your TV is Chrome tabs – you can “ project ” a Chrome tab to the TV and browse photos on Google+ or even watch a video on Vimeo ( this feature is still in beta ) . New features can be added by third party devs through the Google Cast SDK for Android , iOS and Chrome ( browsers for Windows , Mac OS and Chrome OS ) . Here ’ s a little demo video of how Chromecast works : Chromecast is a 2 ″ stick that plugs into a free HDMI port on your TV and requires external power through a microUSB port . But best of all it costs only $ 35 ( the Nexus Q was ridiculously priced , it would have never worked ) . It will be available later today in the US – you can snag it from the Play Store , Amazon . com and BestBuy . com . Best Buy stores will carry it from July 28 . If you buy a Chromecast , Netflix will give you a free 3 month Comments Rules for posting Sorry , the browser you are using is not currently supported . Disqus actively supports the following browsers : Firefox Chrome Internet Explorer 11 + Safari SabbyJ • 5 years ago An Android stick is much MUCH better than this . Chrome OS really sucks . Be it in a tablet , a PC , a chromebook , or a TV . Frekko • 5 years ago how does that make diff ? U are barely going to see any UI from that Stick . It just sync with any device . See the Press event carefully . Thumbs up for the Chromecast , i love it . Hopefully will get opp to buy it in India , if not then will import it Guest ” Long story short , it ’ s the Nexus Q done right . ” That is when Google is trying to make something . They tried to make the Nexus Q . They failed . Everybody thought that caption is over but they ARE Google and they do not stop until they get something almost perfect . And now , they are coming with this and show us for what they are recognized as Google ! This is the power of Google ! orbitly This is n ' t Chrome OS . It ' s a cheaper Nexus Q . You stream video from Chrome on Windows , OS X , Android , or iOS . jirokanz It will be nice if we can mirror our game or video without using internet . I still can not figure out how to use DLNA on my tv . ώeş | əу problem is there ' s no feedback from a touch screen so I ' m not sure that playing a game on the TV would work that well . Aditya You can not mirror your phone screen using DLNA . You need to use WiFi Direct . If you have a Nexus 4 , 7 , 10 , etc . use a MiraCast device . For Samsung Galaxy devices , use Samsung AllShare Cast Hub . For iOS devices , use Apple TV . Frekko Cool now u can send x.x.x directly from ur phone to tv : P : P Petrit Avdyli For just $ 35 that ' s a great deal . Guest chromesux . apk I have an idea where they can put that stick into , but at 2 " there ' s a good chance it will turn sideways , end up stuck somewhere and might require a doctor to remove it . Ayman Kouzayha your name say it all iamnotfan Lol * 100 Marwan Does anyone knows how the phone communicate with the stick ? What Connectivity technology the phone must support ? for $ 35 i ' m interested . Anthony Tumiwa sorry i am noob , what is the difference between this and Samsung Dongle ? musarator I think it ' s less functional . . . XD Mohib Sheth This is Google ' s answer to Microsoft SmartGlass : P Sinamit Have you heard about Nokia " Play To " ? ? If you do n ' t . . u must . These are the reasons this service is not given to Windows Phone & BB . I never understand why Google always acts like one jealous girl ? ? Mohib Sheth For your info , Nokia ' s " Play To " is based on DLNA and not cloud sync like SmartGlass and Chromecast . . . Victor Posmagel very cool stuff for the right price ! Seems to be a practical but somewhat limiting device to connect your phone or your PC to the TV screen . | [
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http://blog.hardrock.com/default.aspx | Latest Posts Billionaire and the Beat Posted on July 14 , 2017 | Tags : Hard Rock Heals foundation Hard Rock Heals Foundation Philanthropy music therapy NPR Forbes Peter Buffett Warren Buffett charity grants community Hard Rock Cafe volunteering donations Warren Buffett is undoubtedly one of the most well - known philanthropists in the world and his son , Peter , has followed in his charitable footsteps . A professional musician and lifelong altruist , Peter recently discussed the intersection of music and philanthropy in an interview with NPR . Peter perfectly summarized the commitment and challenges that he , as a philanthropist , and all charitable organizations , juggle on a daily basis when he said : “ It could be easy to give money away if you just wanted to be popular . Because you can give to all sorts of things and go to all sorts of parties and have my name on all sorts of things . It ’ s much harder to give in a systemic way and go upstream to fix what ’ s causing the problems in the first place - - that ’ s a much heavier lift . ” We can relate . Operating in more than 74 countries , our Hard Rock Heals Foundation received close to 100 grant requests in our first ever granting season – and we expect even more in 2017 ! Every grant submission is led by a Hard Rock Cafe location and goes through an intense vetting process where we carefully review each charity ’ s commitment to music and its impact on their community . The grant – funded through donations , Heals merchandise purchases , and local campaigns – not only includes the designated financial assistance but also gifts ongoing support from their local Hard Rock Cafe team through volunteerism and brand partnership . Hear the whole interview with Peter Buffet and stay tuned for year end announcement of our 2017 grant recipients ! Read More African Pop Singer Alex Boyé Named Hard Rock Rising Artist of the Year Posted on June 16 , 2017 | Tags : Hard Rock Rising Artist of the Year Hard Rock Stadium Battle of the Bands African Nigerian Pop Hard Rock Cafe Denver English / Nigerian Vocalist Granted Ultimate Performance at Upcoming Hard Rock Stadium Halftime Show After an intense three - month search , Hard Rock is proud to announce Park City , Utah resident Alex Boyé as the 2017 grand prize winner of its annual Hard Rock Rising Battle of the Bands competition . Alex Boyé rocked the local stage first at Hard Rock Cafe Denver and eventually beat more than 6,000 other artists worldwide with his one - of - a - kind African - pop fusion sound . As the grand prize winner , Boyé will perform during halftime at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens , Florida on December 11 , 2017 Alex Boyé dominated the competition during the live music battle on May 25 at Hard Rock Cafe Denver where he performed a set of original material backed by an incredible group of musicians . An international panel of music industry professionals then selected Boyé from the 108 local winners and crowned him Hard Rock Rising Artist of the Year for 2017 . “ The talent this year was truly amazing , which made determining a winner harder than it ’ s ever been , ” said Jeff Nolan , Hard Rock International ’ s Music and Memorabilia Historian . “ Ultimately , Alex Boyé made a lasting impression with his savvy songwriting and undeniable charisma . We look forward to working with him and are confident his performance at Hard Rock Stadium will be a show - stopper . ” Read More Turning Pain into Passion - Volunteer Spotlight Posted on April 19 , 2017 | Tags : Hard Rock Heals Hard Rock Foundation Musicians On Call People . com human interest healing therapy The core of any charity organization is the people . People that exhibit the passion of the cause and carry its torch every day . The Hard Rock Heals Foundation , through its work with Musicians On Call , celebrates Jeremy Bar - Illan who , after losing his young son to cancer , turned his pain to passion and now brings joy to hospital patients year round . Below is an excerpt from People . com ’ s human interest story featuring Jeremy and how volunteering with Musicians On Call results in healing of patients and volunteers , alike Musician Jeremy Bar - Illan spent over a year watching his 17 - year - old son , Zachary , suffer from osteosarcoma — a type of cancer that starts in the bones . After his tragic death , the grieving father vowed to always keep his son ’ s memory alive … “ Music was always my passion , ” says Bar - Illan , himself a life long musician . who is from New York City . “ The shock of losing my son was the incentive to say that life is too short and I ca n ’ t keep on doing something I detest . I needed to really find where I belonged . ” The last thing he expected was for that passion to bring him right back to the hospital . After meeting a fellow guitar player , he learned about Musicians On Call , an organization that has been bringing live music to patient ’ s bedsides since 1999 . All it took was one visit and Bar - Illan was hooked . “ I was completely blown away by not only the experience of what music could do for the patients , but also by how much it filled me up and helped me go forward , ” Bar - Illan says . “ Instead of feeling like I could n ’ t be there , it felt like I belonged there . ” Read full article on People . com DETAILS REVEALED : HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO ATLANTIC CITY Posted on April 06 , 2017 | Tags : press release Hard Rock Hard Rock International Atlantic City Atlantic City Boardwalk Taj Mahal Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Morris family Jingoli family Jim Allen DEAL COMPLETE AND RENOVATIONS SET TO BEGIN IMMEDIATELY Atlantic City , N.J. – April 5 , 2017 – Today , Hard Rock International officially announced the completed acquisition as well as unveiled plans for the launch and significant redevelopment of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City . Dignitaries including Governor Chris Christie , Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian , Hard Rock International Chairman Jim Allen and Senate President Stephen Sweeney , as well as local representatives , gathered to learn more about the momentous opportunity the project will bring to Atlantic City . The former Taj Mahal building will undergo an all - encompassing $ 375 million Impacting local and regional economies , as well as contributing to the revitalization of Atlantic City , the partnership between Hard Rock International and the Morris and Jingoli families will create more than 1,000 jobs during construction and 3,000 permanent jobs . Since the transaction on March 31 , Hard Rock has already hired 23 employees as it sets out to bring the once iconic property back to life . Congratulations ! Posted on March 21 , 2017 | Tags : Leonard Bernstein Lifetime Achievement Award Hard Rock Foundation Hard Rock Philanthropy Ted Talk violinist Street Symphony Vijay Gupta power of music charity Hard Rock Heals Foundation supporter given the Leonard Bernstein Lifetime Achievement Award ! We ’ ve talked about Vijay Gupta before on this blog , and for good reason . Ted Talk veteran , killer violinist , humanitarian , and co founder of one of our favorite music charities , Street Symphony , Vijay is an advocate for the power of music to improve lives . Kudos , friend ! Learn more Hard Rock International Announces Partnership with Morris and Jingoli Families to Purchase Atlantic City ' s Taj Mahal Posted on March 02 , 2017 | Tags : press release Hard Rock International Hard Rock Hotel Hard Rock Casino Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Taj Mahal Morris Family Jingoli Family rebrand Edgewood Properties Seminole Tribe of Florida Jingoli - DCO NEW OWNERSHIP GROUP WILL INVEST MORE THAN $ 300 MILLION TO OPEN REBRANDED HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO ATLANTIC CITY Orlando , FL – March 1 , 2017 – unveils plans for Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City . Today , Hard Rock and its partners announced they have reached a definitive agreement with a wholly - owned subsidiary of investor Carl Icahn to purchase Atlantic City ’ s former Taj Mahal . Hard Rock International will be majority owner of the rebranded Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City in partnership with the Morris and Jingoli families . The group will invest more than $ 300 million to purchase , substantially renovate and re - open the casino . “ We are excited to be part of this revitalization of Atlantic City creating thousands of jobs to help local employment , ” states Jim Allen , chairman of Hard Rock International . “ We are 100 percent convinced Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City will be a success . ” Passing of artist Alan Aldridge Posted on February 21 , 2017 | Tags : Alan Aldridge Hard Rock logo Classic Logo iconic logo Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe London HRC London The Beatles The Who t - shirt design We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of artist , graphic designer and illustrator Alan Aldridge this past weekend . While Mr . Aldridge was best known for his work with legendary artists like The Beatles and The Who , he was also the creator of the iconic Hard Rock Cafe logo and as such a member of the Hard Rock family . Mr . Aldridge was hired by Hard Rock ' s founders to design t - shirts for a local football team sponsored by the original London cafe . The shirts and logo , much like A homeless violinist and how he sparked a change on Skid Row Posted on February 09 , 2017 | Tags : philanthropy Julliard The Soloist Jamie Foxx Nathaniel Ayers Lost Angeles LA Skid Row homeless music Philharmonic LA Philharmonic violinist foundation Hard Rock hard rock heals hard rock heals foundation music heals healing If you ’ ve ever seen “ The Soloist , ” starring Jamie Foxx , you are already familiar with Nathaniel Ayers ’ s story . The 2009 film was based on the life of Ayers , a Julliard - educated musician who has struggled with schizophrenia and homelessness throughout his life . After a chance meeting with Los Angeles Times columnist , Steve Lopez , Ayers was introduced to Adam Crane and Vijay Gupta of the LA Philharmonic . This relationship placed Nathaniel on the road to recovery and led to the creation of Street Symphony , a charity focusing on bringing music to the disenfranchised community of Los Angeles ’ s Skid Row . Read more about Nathaniel , Street Symphony , and listen to a recent NPR story that includes the story of soldier returning home from Desert Storm and how music has helped him heal . PITBULL AND HARD ROCK HEALS FOUNDATION PARTNER FOR WORLDWIDE LAUNCH OF NEW SIGNATURE SERIES MERCHANDISE Posted on January 16 , 2017 | Tags : signature series signature series 35 Pitbull Mr . Worldwide Mr . 305 Armando Christian Perez SLAM Foundation Foundation Philanthropy Limited - Time , Edition 35 Merchandise Benefits SLAM Foundation Orlando , Fla . , January 16 , 2017 – GRAMMY ® Award - winning , international superstar Pitbull and the Hard Rock Heals Foundation are hitting the stage with the release of the brand ’ s latest merchandise line on Monday , January 16 , 2017 . The Pitbull Signature Series : Edition 35 shirt , inspired by the global star , Mr . Worldwide , supports the SLAM Foundation to help advance learning opportunities for children around the world . “ Music and education have always been a driving force in my life , ” said Pitbull . “ Partnering with the Hard Rock Heals Foundation for my Signature Series shirt will benefit SLAM ! ( Sports , Leadership , Arts and Management ) in its effort to help students from all walks of life achieve their highest potential . ” “ Pitbull and Hard Rock understand how imperative it is to invest in our future through the education of children , ” said Kellie Brown , Philanthropy Manager for Hard Rock International . “ Pitbull has been a supporter of the Hard Rock brand , and we are honored to collaborate with him on this Signature Series program that we know will have an impact on children around the globe . ” A percentage of the retail price of each Pitbull Signature Series shirt sold will be donated to SLAM through the Hard Rock Heals Foundation . The new Signature Series shirt features Pitbull ’ s famous moniker , “ Mr . Worldwide , ” in vibrant turquoise and pink lettering in homage to his Miami upbringing . The limited - edition black shirt is available in men ’ s and women ’ s sizes and can be purchased online and at participating Rock Shops at Hard Rock Cafe , Hotel and Casino properties around the world . What Is Giving Tuesday ? Posted on November 29 , 2016 | Tags : # givingtuesday giving tuesday donate support philanthropy hard rock heals hard rock heals foundation give back Following Black Friday , Shop Small Saturday and Cyber Monday , Giving Tuesday is a day to focus on giving back to organizations that speak to your passion . Learn more here . Happy giving ! ! ! ! Older Posts Recent Posts Billionaire and the Beat African Pop Singer Alex Boyé Named Hard Rock Rising Artist of the Year Turning Pain into Passion - Volunteer Spotlight DETAILS REVEALED : HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO ATLANTIC CITY Congratulations ! 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http://blog.healthkismet.com/the-unofficial-plant-protein-buying-guide-how-to-find-the-right-one-for-you | The Unofficial Plant Protein Supplement Buying Guide Posted on August 20 , 2012 by Jonathan B which plant protein is the best ? The increasing popularity of plant protein powders has created a variety of questions the curious supplement shopper will want answered . What ’ s the best one ? Is there a best one ? Does the type of plant protein powder you ’ ll want change with your diet and fitness goals ? And there ’ s probably a whole lot more . Here ’ s a brief guide to help you navigate the waters . A Quick Primer on Protein And What It Does For You Any discussion about the relative merits of different protein powders should begin with the health benefits of protein itself and how your body uses it . For a more complete overview of this subject I strongly recommend you to read my previous article on protein in the vegetarian diet Dietary protein is comprised of 20 different amino acids . Your body naturally makes 12 of them , while the other 8 must be had through your diet . They ’ re called “ essential ” amino acids . For the vast majority of westerners getting enough protein is n ’ t a problem , including the essential amino acids . Your body is very efficient at making use of the essential amino acids and if you receive adequate amounts of protein then you ’ ll almost definitely get enough of these essential amino acids by default . Most people need about 35 - 60 grams of protein a day in order to thrive . That ’ s not very much in most diets . Important Points About Protein Supplements From these insights there are a few take home points anyone will want to consider before buying a protein supplement . You do n ’ t “ have ” to have a protein supplement . If you ’ re like 99.9 % of the western world then you get more than enough protein and you ’ re at no risk of deficiency if you do n ’ t get additional protein from supplements . The importance of consuming a “ complete ” protein is n ’ t all that important . Your body breaks all protein into individual amino acids in the intestine which then get transported through the bloodstream to perform their various functions . The only thing that matters is if the pool of amino acids in its entirety is sufficient for your physiological functions . Your body really ca n ’ t tell a difference between complete and incomplete proteins from different food sources . Protein Supplements Are More Alike Than They Are Different . For these reasons the nutritional value of different protein powders is less variable than supplements like greens powders , which have a far greater diversity of nutrients . All protein powders are different arrangements of amino acids . There ’ s no amino acid that you ca n ’ t easily get through your diet . With that being said there are some good reasons why you might want to take a protein supplement anyway . Why It Might Be A Good Idea To Take A Protein Supplement I strongly believe that a protein supplement is not necessary for the vast majority of people . That said … .I still take one myself . Why ? They help for the following reasons : They Help You Feel Full . I ’ ve got a big ol ’ appetite , and taking protein in the morning helps me feel full and satiated throughout the day . They ’ re Useful After A Workout . Muscle repair is particularly important right after you ’ re done exercising and a little protein after a run or weight lifting session does a lot of good . They Taste Good . IMO protein powders have some of the best mouth sensations of any supplement , and I like their shake - like flavor . Sometimes adhering to a good diet can leave you wanting for a little sweetness and savory mouthfeel , and a good chocolate flavored protein powder can do the trick . Hydrolysate vs Concentrate vs Isolate The protein in a supplement will usually be a protein isolate , protein hydrolysate , or protein concentrate . These types of protein pertain to how they ’ re purified and manufactured and mean slightly different things for your health . Protein Isolate – These are the most “ pure ” proteins , and by weight contain about 97 - 98 % amino acids and very little by products , oils , or other additives . Protein isolates enter the digestive system very slowly and some people like to take them before they go to bed to prevent muscle catalysis . They ’ re also useful for reducing hunger . They ’ re also less likely to have allergens . Protein Hydrolysate – Protein hydrolysates are proteins that are soaked in water . This means the individual bonds between the amino acids have been cleaved and have undergone enzymatic activity . These proteins are digested more quickly and perhaps more useful for muscle repair . Protein Concentrate : This is simply condensed protein . It ’ s the least processed and least concentrated . It ’ s usually about 85 - 90 % protein by weight . In my opinion the differences between these types of protein is not all that important for most people . Unless you ’ re a bodybuilder looking to optimize his performance then it ’ s best to focus on things like taste or manufacturing details ( raw , sprouted , etc ) . Be weary of patented technologies or harvesting techniques that claim to add unique health benefits to a food . Amino acids are amino acids . What To Consider When Choosing A Plant Protein Powder In my opinion the following characteristics should be considered when choosing a plant protein : Cost : Since all proteins by definition consist of the same stuff , it ’ s perfectly reasonable to discriminate based on price . Different plant proteins will differ in their amino acid composition , but for most people this distinction is not all that important . Taste / Texture : Here ’ s where the type of plant protein you use will have the biggest impact . Certain protein sources naturally lend themseles to different textures . Use of additives : many protein manufacturers mix their powders with different bulking agents , preservatives , or artificial sweeteners which can detract from the nutritional value of the supplement . Organic / Inorganic : The big issue here is that any food with a high oil content ( like soy or hemp ) is usually processed with hexane to extract different ingredients . Protein powders are purified , but hexane is a fairly toxic substance and also does n ’ t differentiate between many different food compounds and leads to a lower % of protein extraction compared to other solvents . Hexane is not allowed to be used in organic foods . Animal Protein vs . Plant Protein All protein is comprised of different amino acids , but animal and plant proteins differ in the types of amino acids they usually have . If you want to know more about this issue in depth then you need to read my comparison between plant and animal proteins Animal proteins contain more sulfur containing amino acids like methionine . These metabolize into sulfuric acid , which your body has to neutralize . Excessive intake of acidic food without the corresponding nutrients to compensate can create metabolic imbalances , which can create health problems like weakened bones . It ’ s commonly believed that animal protein is necessary to provide the 8 essential amino acids but this is n ’ t true . Many plant proteins such as soy or hemp provide enough . The Different Types of Plant Protein So , with all that being said , here ’ s an overview of the different sources of plant protein and their different health benefits . Soy Protein – Probably the most common form of plant protein . It ’ s come under fire recently due to the issue with GMO ’ s and different processing techniques but in my opinion these concerns are overblown . Soy is probably the most complete plant protein and if you ’ re just talking about protein , then the difference between a GMO and non - GMO product is not significant . For all the hoopla around GMO ’ s there ’ s still very little evidence they ’ re bad for you . Soy protein also has a long track record hemp protein can be a little grainy Hemp – Hemp protein has an amino acid profile similar to soy , but not quite as robust . It ’ s texture is fairly grainy and compared to other mixtures it seems to be the least dense . However hemp protein is easier to find as organic and / or raw . Like brown rice , the protein part of hemp can be extracted fairly easily . sprouted brown rice protein is a little pricey but has a nice flavor Sprouted Brown Rice Protein – Protein that ’ s taken from the bran of sprouted brown rice . When a bean is sprouted it means it ’ s soaked in water and is beginning to germinate . In a sense sprouted brown rice protein is basically brown rice protein hydrolysate , and has the same benefits . Brown rice protein has a gentler extraction process than soy protein , and also has a smoother texture than hemp . For people who insist on organic and / or raw foods , then this is the best choice in my opinion . If you look at the table below you ’ ll notice a big difference in price between basic brown rice proteins and higher end proteins which use brown rice protein that ’ s been fermented and sprouted . In my opinion they ’ re both pretty much the same , but the sprouted / raw kind does have a much smoother texture . Very little is known about sacha inchi Sacha Inchi Protein – You see this popping up more and more . It ’ s also known as Savi Seed . Sacha inchi is a plant that ’ s grown in mountainous regions in South America and is increasingly being used for commercial purposes . To be honest there ’ s not a whole lot of information about it , despite some of its claims . Nutritionally it seems to be similar to hemp , in that the plant has a wide variety of EFA ’ s and a high protein content . I ’ ve never tried sacha inchi myself , so Pea protein is new to the health food scene … .but not for the reason you might think Pea Protein – You see it being used more and more … … but for reasons that might surprise you . It ’ s often touted as a new high quality protein , but the truth is it ’ s often used because it does n ’ t cost very much . The great recession has put a lot of stress on high end food manufacturers , so pea protein is a good way to maintain a minimum standard of quality while reducing costs . Other pea products are commonly used in dog food . Different manufacturing processes can result in very different Here ’ s a good read on this issue Putting It All Together In general I ’ m a fan of finding the least expensive protein powder that has the taste / manufacturing qualities that you desire . If you ’ re not picky then going with an inexpensive soy protein powder is a good choice . If you prefer raw or organic then sprouted brown rice protein or hemp is a good choice . Hemp if you ’ re price sensitive , sprouted brown rice if you prioritize taste and texture . In my opinion there ’ s not a compelling reason to buy sacha inchi or pea protein isolate at this time . Here ’ s a table comparing the different aspects of the different proteins and the lowest price at different retail outlets Type # amino acids Pros Cons Best For iHerb ( 2lb ) Amazon GNC Vitacost Soy 20 very complete , soy provides additional health benefits Hard to find raw or organic , some concerned due to high presence of GMO ’ s People looking for a good plant protein on a budget $ 19.11 15.18 37.99 11.81 Hemp 20 complete protein , easy to find raw / organic , hemp has lots of other health benefits gritty taste , expensive raw foodist , someone concerned about processign techniqes of soy $ 9.65 ( 1 lb ) 10.44 N / A 7.95 Rice 18 nice texture , fermented / sprouted brown rice makes it easier to digest not a complete protein , expensive raw foodist , someone concerned about the extraction techniqes of soy protein 15.11 14.03 N / A 14.03 Sacha Inchi Complete protein , sacha inchi seems to be good for you in other ways … .similar to hemp N / A Too soon to say N / A * N / A Pea 18 Too soon to say $ 17.35 $ 19.69 18.59 Comparing High Quality Brands Because most proteins do n ’ t differ very much from one another I think shopping based on price is perfectly fine and suitable for most people . Find a big tub for less than $ 20 and have at it . Discriminate based on taste as necessary . However , some people , either due to allergens , a preference for raw / vegan / organic certifications or brand loyalty prefer higher end brands . These protein powders are almost always more expensive than companies like Jarrow Formula ’ s or Now Foods , but might have a mix of different proteins , sprout their plants before processing , or add in some additional nutrients . If you ’ re one of those people then here ’ s a handy comparison of some different premium brands and their different characteristics . Brand Type Cost # servings g protein / serving $ / oz Price on Website Price on Amazon Certifications Boku Super Protein ( 600g ) Sprouted Brown Rice / Mixed ( No Soy ) $ 46.95 25 $ 2.22 $ 46.95 Raw , Vegan , Organic , Kosher , Non - GMO Vega Sport Performance Protein ( 829g ) Mixed ( No Soy ) $ 64.99 22 26 $ 2.24 $ 64.99 49.99 Vegan HealthForce Warrior Food ( 1000g – 2.2 lb ) Sprouted Brown Rice / Hemp ( contains enzymes and additional nutrients ) $ 59.95 45 15.4 $ 1.71 $ 59.95 $ 49.95 Vegan , Raw , Non - GMO , TruGanic SunWarrior Protein ( 1000g – 2.2 lb ) Sprouted Brown Rice $ 48.95 47 15 $ 1.39 $ 48.95 $ 39.49 Raw , Vegan , Hope this helps ! Loading . . . Posted in Product Reviews Supplements Published by Jonathan B View all posts by Jonathan B | [
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http://blog.healthlanguage.com/how-to-bridge-the-gap-between-snomed-ct-and-icd-10-cm | Home > Blog Health Language Blog How to Bridge the Gap Between SNOMED CT and ICD - 10 CM Posted on 07 / 22 / 15 For a clinician in a busy clinical environment , the primary focus is on patient care . The objective of Meaningful Use is , of course , to facilitate efficient and effective patient care . But complex problems of integration sometimes posed by EHRs can slow things down if not managed appropriately , and can even create the opposite of the efficient patient care setting that everyone — patients , clinicians , administrators — wants . For example , in the case of SNOMED CT and ICD - 10 - CM , we ’ re required to document problems and Translating between standards is not a new requirement . Health Language has created an effective solution to carry out this translation and bridge the gap between these two quite different taxonomies . This leads to increased efficiency at the point of care , and prevents the domino effect of billing problems due to imprecise or inaccurate coding that can tax clinical resources . Using the NLM Maps The National Library of Medicine has provided some maps from SNOMED CT source concepts to ICD - 10 - CM . Health Language has expanded these maps in several ways to facilitate their implementation in the EMR . For example , the coding attributes that are required to select a billable ICD - 10 - CM codes are easily accesses : Information about the side of the body on which a condition occurs ( laterality ) . Information about the type of encounter with the patient . In the case of pregnancies , information about trimester In addition , HL , has added many clinical attributes that distinguish between the ICD - 10 - CM codes to facilitate choosing the best code to describe in more detail the patient ’ s condition . For example : Information about the chronicity of a condition . Heart failure can be acute or chronic . Disease process – such as heart failure Severity – e.g. Moderate , Mild , or Severe Asthma Causative agent such as asthma due to drugs , chemicals , pollen , dust , etc . It is easy to see how the addition of these ICD - 10 - CM attributes can really assist in selecting the best codes to speed and improve the documentation process Delivering the Added Specificity a Provider Needs The Health Language SNOMED CT to ICD - 10 maps with the coding and clinical attributes let the provider select the extra options needed to generate the correct ICD - 10 code for the precise condition described during the clinical interaction . The additional map choices presented in the Health Language SNOMED CT to ICD - 10 maps have been identified by seasoned coding experts as the choices most likely to yield the correct ICD - 10 code . These expanded options , gleaned from the hands - on experience of professionals , add more than just another tier of choices — they add a touch of human awareness and insight to an EHR integration that can otherwise feel hopelessly limited in its vocabulary . In short , Health Language SNOMED CT to ICD - 10 maps bridge the gap between SNOMED CT and ICD - 10 - CM . With this complicated and potentially frustrating step out What has your experience been with mapping SNOMED CT interactions to ICD - 10 codes ? Tweet Topics : ICD - 10 SNOMED CT About the Author Dr . Brian Levy , MD is Vice President and Chief Medical Officer with Health Language , part of Wolters Kluwer Health . He holds an MD and BS from the University of Michigan . Go Blue ! | [
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http://blog.hightail.com/say-hi-to-hightail/ | Say hi to Hightail Welcome to Hightail I ’ m thrilled to announce that YouSendIt has changed its name to Hightail . We ’ ve been planning , preparing , designing and developing our new brand for many months and it ’ s exciting to finally reveal it to the world . Hightail is a new identity that represents the current breadth of our services , as well as everything we aspire to become . It also marks the fundamental changes that have happened at our company . Since I took over as CEO just over a year ago , we have worked hard to develop a culture that promotes true creativity and passion . Turning a good company with a good product into something great will only happen if talented people are inspired to be bold . With a name that strides like a giant across a landscape of Boxes , Syncs and Shares alongside an audaciously elegant look that contrasts with the endless dreary blues of the cloud space , Hightail leads by example . It is the standard bearer that will help transform steady growth into true evolution and take our business to the next level . What has not changed is our core offering , the reason why professionals from architects to attorneys , salespeople to singers choose us to share ideas and work together . Hightail remains an easy and secure way to access and share files and folders on any device , anywhere , while fitting in with how you already work and giving you complete control of your valuable information . And that ’ s just what we currently do . We ’ ve got big plans to truly transform the world of digital sharing with ideas so exciting and innovative they needed a brand to match . Say hi to Hightail . [ vimeo 66866794 w = 600 h = 337 ] Responses Ian Mullen 6 years ago Congratulations – and Welcome ! – Wishing you every success ! margaret Atkinson 6 years ago can you detail what changes there are to be in charges and what for ? M Wendell Jackson , PhD Interesting . Hopeful . Intrigued . Now execute . Chris With the new branding , can you please remove the word “ dropbox ” from ( at least ) the URL used to upload files ? A certain other company has attracted the ire of some corporate IT departments , who simply create a rule to block all URLs containing “ dropbox ” . Kaity So glad to read more and understand the rationale behind the change , since I felt like YouSendIt already had a strong brand identity : ) . Excited to see how your refresh rolls out and enhances your image – best of luck ! Patrice Hi Hightail , I wish you much Success in this New / Old concept . I have loved using “ You Send It ” and I am sure I will love ” Hightail ” . As a Photographer , sending my files of photos is important to me and my business . Thank you . David Your newsletter links to this page with an https prefix , but the actual page is on wpengine . com . Everyone will get a nasty warning in their browser clicking on the link , probably not ideal . Robert Minton Great new name and extremely well done video explaining your vision and new direction . Robert Minton General Manager Six Apart Michael Crane I shall reserve judgement until I see what replaces yousendit . I have been very happy with YSI to date and I am in big believer in “ if it ai n ’ t broke – do n ’ t fix it ” . We ’ ll see . Time will tell . Mario Congrats on the name change , but IMHO it is a mistake . You are going from a name that describes exactly what you do , to a nonsensical word , that you developed a background to , a backstory if you will . The old name was simple , descriptive , and generally good . Regardless , I hope it works for you , good luck . Rachel Congrats on your new brand refresh . Looks awesome . Well done ! Damien What lame dumb ass name to go to . The brand name was perfect . What an insane waste of stockholder funds and marketing resources . You had the perfect name and now you have blown it with some lame ass name like this . Nuts ! Juan Congratulation and wishing you the best David Monks Congratulations , as someone who ’ s also recently been grappling with development of new branding I appreciate the effort by all concerned to achieve the end result . Looking forward to hearing more about Hightail in future Scott Russell I love the branding design and logo ! Hi ! Dana Delibovi Not sure of the motive behind rebranding . Know and love YouSendIt , so this feels weird . SEAN CRONIN Thanks for your great service with YouSendit and we ’ re wishing you success with Hightail … . .own the word ! . way to go guys ! Sean Nick Is it April 1st ? Ava Unfortunately , I do not like Hightail . It does not describe what I want the service to do . I wish the new name described what the service is . Actually , I much prefer YouSendIt as a name because it describes what it is I want to do — send my document . Hightail sounds as if it is going to hightail out of there , which feels informal and not reliable , while YouSendIt is a name I can use to ask clients to send it to me or I send to them Phil Rigger I must say I ’ m shocked . I have been signed up to YouSendIt for a while now and I really enjoy using it . To change the name is somewhat ridiculous I feel . Hightail makes no reference to the services provided , everyone knows YouSendIt and now you are faced with the challenge of letting everyone know about the name change . I ’ m sure I wo n ’ t be the only one dumbstruck by this move … .unbelievable . I hope this has n ’ t occurred because the new CEO has decided he Peter Oh dear . Hi - Tail means , “ Verb . high - tail – retreat at full speed ; “ The actress high - tailed to her villa when reporters began to follow her to the restaurant ” flee , take flight , fly – run away quickly ; “ He threw down his gun and fled ” … I thought YouSentIt was great . Anyone I mentioned it to instantly got what it was about . Now you ’ re going to create confusion with my customers . Did you consult with your users btw ? Kristin i hope this works for you ! ! ! to me though , “ hightail ” has always been a negative word meaning to flee or run away … the previous company i worked for changed its branding to something people didnt quite understand and they have been slowly going downhill over the last five years … i wish you luck ! ! ! i have been a client for over 5 years and i hope this is a wonderful step for you ! Aurelien I ’ m afraid this new name will not go well with french speaking people as the word play it creates as a very strong sexual connotation … and not a good one . MikeB Thanks for the Branding lesson here . Sounds like the marketing guys have taken over the company . A bit too “ high ” concept really . I am not in disagreement that you do n ’ t want to keep the same old vanilla utilitarian boring name XYZ storage / cloud / file share etc but your video comes across like a bunch of Harvard grads who needed to prove their marketing degree was worth the coin . I ’ d be happy if YouSendit worked consistently when uploading . I ’ ve never found that but now that you have a new “ brand ” David Broadway Yes , very bold move . Looking forward it Andrew Good Luck , Yousendit has been a valued and trusted tool for me and I look forward to its new future . Andrew Matt Smart move across the board . Really like the name and the open possibilities . Best of luck you you “ Hightail ” Matt Riedl Just a note , but Yousendit makes a bit more sense to me than Hightail ( A term I had not heard before now ) . Yousendit is very descriptive of what the product actually does . Just my two cents . Phil Rigger I just had a look at the promo video … .Oh My God … . .what a load of twaddle . Hightail associates with “ security ” ? ? ? I just do n ’ t get it … . . Someone mentioned “ people sending their aspirations and dreams … ” Oh please spare me . YouSendIt as a model works really well conceptually and once a company has been established and builds a reputation it could be called Mary Had A Little Lamb Pty Ltd and would still instil confidence in it ’ s user base because of Rozoo Good luck . Appreciate the HIGH aspirations ! Santi GR Congratulations ! Susette Wonderfull ! Looking forward to using Hightail . Best of luck with the new brand . Dave Rubin Just watched your video regarding the name change . it made me want to “ Hightail it outta here . ” I ’ ve never seen such a vague , unspecific description of a corporate move . I understand that change is something that is needed to revitalize the brand . Frankly , to me “ Hightail ” sounds like a name from a Bugs Bunny cartoon and was always associated with “ Hightail it outta here ” ( as mentioned above ) . I have used Yousendit for years and will continue to use the product . However , Sorry to say this , because I do like what you do , but I do n ’ t think you made a strong move . Brian Mills Nobody receiveing an email from Hightail will know what it is when we send them a file . We have in internal integration with YouSendIt , I assume eventually we will have to modify this . I guess this change explains why we can not email you to try to move us from trial API access , which appears to be bandwidth limited to a few hunderd kbps , to a full API access / This is a poor move in our opinion , it obscures the product . Jeroen Verreijt As a long term paying customer I would congratulate everyone at YouSendIt with their new name and identity . I really like it . Now I would SendYouAllToWork to finally finish a proper Outlook 365 Plugin for Windows 8 64bit . Alex Lam Great Mission and we love your wonderful service ! There is no info for users what ’ s next ! Looking forward to Hightailing ! Kevin Keeble I do not understand why the name Hightail and so I Googled it . It is suppose to mean “ To go very fast , such as I hightailed out of town ” . But this phrase is not used in the UK and is it known anywhere else in the world either ? At least “ YouSendIt ” did what it says on the tin , is this a brave or foolish move only time will tell . pfx Why would you change a name that has so much acceptance and recognition in the market place . Have you heard of Onomatopoeia ? It means a word / expression that says what it is – you had it with ‘ YouSendIt ’ . Something quite valuable in marketing I would have thought . John I do n ’ t know about this . Look at what happened when Coca - Cola changed its flavor ! I say if it works do n ’ t fix it . I think this kind of stuff happens when a board of directors gets bored . You just threw away a sucessful household name ! Well , sort of . Travis I love the new name … well done . Hopefully HIGHTAIL , in a linguistic sense , will become a word synonymous with fast and efficient file sharing in the near future . Best of luck ! Joseph Riggio Congratulations ! Buona Fortuna … As the founder and CEO of an international consulting and training firm , as well as an author and speaker , I am an avid user of “ YouSendIt . ” The ability to send and share files easily , while receiving notices about downloads and control of what can be seen by whom and for how long has been a tremendous boon to us . I ’ m confident that the “ Hightail ” experience will be as good and better . I wish you great fortune in expanding and expressing the vision you hold … and look forward to continuing my run with you . James R Krisanda Unnecessary is what immediately comes to mind . Then , if you are going to make this move , you better make it worth it . ‘ Hightail ’ ? ! Sounds like a children ’ s book character , and certainly not a high end carrier for information . Would rather you put emphasis on your product offering and price competitiveness , and ease of use . The name was fine . ‘ Google ’ or ‘ Lynda . com ’ or any other well known services have built their reputations around their product , and thus fortified their name . Hope you can as well , because this name change was a mistake , or at the very least , a waste of time and resources … Thus unnecessary ! Good luck . Paige Eissinger I ’ ve been using YouSendIt for about 4 years and love it . Congratulations on the new name and I ’ m looking forward to what the future holds for a GREAT product ! That ’ s brave changing a world recognised brand name … afraid your video does n ’ t inspire … Hope your new vision does … . we shall still use you for our business which shares lots of data between our HQ in Sydney & new studio in London . So good luck ! SebastienDR Like the new branding ! Just so you know , I had a little google chrome security certificate problem coming on this page . Miguel Lorenzo Love the new concept + logo … Jane McCoy - Owner / Partner Looking forward using HighTail : ) Lance Milbrand I live in Los Gatos and send my video files down to Lakewood , California so my music composer can create his magic . We started using your service probably back in 2008 and we just started a Kickstarter campaign to finish a movie about the beloved California newt . We do n ’ t transfer files , we transfer passion , our work is our lives , it defines us . Thank you Hightail , I like your new branding . Lance Judy Really ? So you spent a ton of money or did some research that proved why a successful , identifiable brand name that immediately lets customers know what your service does should transform to something hip and bland ? Too bad . YouSendIt has outstanding recognition and conveys the purpose of the service . Good luck with the new name . I ’ m sorry to see it go . Victor Solanoy Whoo hoo ! Congrats with the new name and to a broad spectrum of opportunities and successes in the future ! Love the new name by the way . Miles Borne This seems like a joke . Hightail definition : : to move at full speed or rapidly often in making a retreat — usually used with it So , you changed your name to mean RETREAT ? ADS - Limathon Ltd and HealthyTweeting are proud to use HighTail ADS - Limathon Ltd and HealthyTweeting are proud to use HighTail . Congratulations to all concerned E.M.F . why re - brand with a name that has an origin relating to fast horses when yousendit works lightning fast and already has a unique name recognition ? Guillermo Doddoli To the Skys and beyo … ? Really guys you have a good move , your new name has to represent a new value , show us how come to be the futur . Congratulations . Ben Howell Great new look , love the logo , love the colors . I am ready to Hightail It ! Harold Rhenisch “ You never get a second chance to make a first impression . ” No kidding . Mark Looking forward to a bright future ! Bubba HoTep I have to say that I do not like the new name . It does n ’ t say anything about who or what the company is . Forgive me , but ‘ Hightail ’ sounds like a porn site . I have been a customer of YouSendIt for several years . I chose it not only because it is a great service , but of the professional sounding name . I would be much more reluctant to send something called ‘ Hightail ’ to a customer . Prashant A tail ? It is found at the back ? Its like quick follower not leader . Anyway good luck Kathy Flament not what I would have suggested . Now , your name sounds like candy rather than a professional service . I understand the name yousendit , but what does hightail tell me to do ? Leave ? Eugene Beck I am with you all the way . Ken Dickensheets I have never understood why companies , in the name of marketing , branding or whatever , feel the need to fix what was not broken . Good luck with this as the list is long of companies changing their name for reasons that their marketing team purported as being valid , with no added value to the product and which resulted in very little to no success . I hope you are able to buck the odds and survive . Patrizia Shinn Not overly keen on the new name – hightail it outta here ? mmm not sure that really conveys what you say the company does and future offerings . We like the You Send It products , however , so hopefully we ’ ll like your new ideas as they develop better than the name change . Dale Gagne Hi There , I have used your service for several years now and it has been reliable and useful . I just watched your video on the rebrand and although I commend your efforts for the work I am stumped by the name . The definition of hightail is to flee , run away and is largely associated to flight animals as a result . Not the strongest of images . Anyways . .I hope the services continue to improve and I look forward to the improvement of mobile and desktop apps . Good luck . Brett Rademacher Stupid name . Did you even look it up in the dictionary ? – “ To go as fast as possible , especially in fleeing ” anonymous Sorry , but your new logo looks like a stop sign for a hospital zone . Did you really think this through ? ps . Love your service . monkeylips lame Pete Good luck with your new name . Could it be that now the name is sorted out , you can now get Yahoo not to send your e - mail notifications directly to their Spam dump ? All the best ! Roby Congratulations on selecting a name that any hillbilly would be proud to announce ! ( That is , if he could pronounce it with all those missing teeth . ) Bubba HoTep Apparently the moderator will only post comments that say great things about the name change to Hightail . Since there are no other comments other than from the CEO , I can only assume there are not any other complementary comments . Rich How about posting a video that describes how the service will change ? Improvements , services stopped or gained ? A name means nothing to my business if it is n ’ t providing me with some advantage . John Hightail , as in “ hightail it out of here ” , means to retreat at full speed . Are you retreating ? Very strange choice of name . I ’ m in my 40s and have never heard anyone use this term to mean anything other than retreating . That ’ s an odd image to choose to convey to customers . Gregory Gorham Great new name I look forward to your new ideas Nate I love it when a company rebrands , and this looks promising . Looking forward to it ! Paul Bridson Sounds like a branding mistake to me . Hightail ? Did someone in my line of business just make an obscene amount of money ? I understand changes in focus , but my gut tells me this was n ’ t necessary . Of course , I have n ’ t got all the information … . . Jerry Congrats on moving forward . Wishing you continued success . Constructive criticism ; Turn the music down by 50 % on the video , it interrupts your message . Great enthusiasm though . New name So - So , I can live with it . To me it does not present a commanding business statement as something I would be boldly saying as a site name . We as users will be presenting your name with our Logo ’ s and correspondence . I hope you test marketed the name and it came out positive . Good Luck . Kellie Hey there . The link in your email has an “ https : ” and it causes the blog link to go to an “ untrusted ” site . As long as you remove the “ s ” it works fine . Just wanted to let y ’ all know . Could n ’ t find another way to quickly let you know . Barry Thiessen Glad to see you expand your vision – I know that means you ’ ll be offering me more opportunities to grow with you ! Karen Kirtland Congratulations on the new name and the broader concepts embodied therein . Wishing you success on the takeoff ! Vezu Sigidi Nice new name . Still works . I personally 100 % confidence in you . Carrie Congratulations ! I look forward to seeing great things and continuing to work with you ! Katrina Barber Loving the new branding so far , keep it up ! Daniel What are the changes from YouSendIt ? What prompted this change ? Do n ’ t care for choice of name While I am pleased that you are making efforts to stay on top of technology and looking forward to improvements , I must admit that I do n ’ t care for the new name “ Hightail ” . We use services for business purposes , and I think the new name can have some negative connotations . Much more comfortable in business environment with the name YouSendIt . Khairi Asmat Congrats ! We ’ ve been an avid user of yousendit & “ hightail ” sounded awesome . And the rationale just makes sense . Kinda cool to say … “ lemme hightail you ” or vice versa as oppose to “ i ’ ll yousendit over to u ” ; - ) JimRin ha , most people only know dropbox , nobody knew yousendit – and now you change it to hightail . fail . Brian Canes Association is “ Hightail it outta here . ” Which is to go quickly , however , it is to flee quickly , as in the bad guys in old western horse opera movies . Or like a rabbit in the funnies . So for me Hightail is slightly pejorative . Good luck with it . Stan Siegrist It has a nice sound and opens a multitude of possibilites . Darrell I guess my question is why ? Yousendit was fitting considering the service it provided . Hightail ? Really ? What does the name change signify ? Your new name does n ’ t fit with the service provided . Usendit “ YouSendIt ” is better ! : - P David Anthony It ’ s a very ‘ corporate ’ re - brand visually and in strategy . I would have thought that retaining ‘ You Send It ’ with it ’ s very identifiable ‘ paper plane ’ graphic as a separate service / business could have helped retain the ‘ friendly , fun ’ aspect of sending files . A nice crisp brand though and I hope that it works well for your business . Tara Pielaet Looking forward to continued support on transporting swag to clients all over the world Viral Love Yes , I like it . Break a leg ! Katie Thanks we have since updated the email . Devin James I love the new concept and more importantly the meaning behind it . I am always a fan of getting out of the typical “ genre ” symbol ( box or cloud ) related or themed names that limit your ability to expand beyond the very category you plan to innovate . Great job ! From one brand strategist to another . Brian Canes Also … The red septagon with the H bar in it – – although not an octagon , is suggestive of a Stop sign . H is reminiscent of a Hospital sign . And in math a bar over a symbol is also kind of a negated logical result . I am sure you debated these downers . Again , good luck . Isaac Yousendit made sense – Hightail is a complete joke . I have been a champion of Yousendit since 2004 … very baffled by this video , and i will not be ‘ hightailing ’ anything … Suzanne Well not impressed with your initial announcement email . NO instructions about gee , do we still access through YouSendIt . com or now we have to go to Hightail – where I am now and I see no log in or any instructions to people who already have a paid subscription . A brand is an important thing , and whoever is advising you on how to transition sure struck out on this first announcement . Paul Excellent name – what ’ s the product offering going to be ? Looking forward to hearing more ! Congratulations Richard Huh ? yousendit makes it crystal clear what you do . Hightail is obscure . Why the change ? Cameron Karim When will we know about any changes ? Viral Love Excuse me , we just sent you a nice comment simply stating we like your new name and wishing you to break a leg , and you did n ’ t approve it ? I ’ m confused . Would you kindly explain why ? Thank you . German Arzate We use your services since 2010 and we are super happy . Continue the hard work ! : ) Catherine Seriously ? I think some branding agency just sold you a bill of goods . YouSendIt is WAY better . The paper plane icon identifies being able to send large files easily . I just want to hightail it outta here in the opposite direction ! Fail . John Myers Congrats on the change . I am not the new brand will work … but props on the changes / evolution . Hightail does n ’ t resonate well in my mind . Keeping YouSendIt might have been easier than trying to explain the new name … . NOTE – @ hightail was already taken on twitter … oppps : ) PS agree with a earlier comment , https “ error ” was n ’ t good … . Greg B . As the saying goes , “ If it ai n ’ t broke , do n ’ t fix it . ” But if something was broken , then I guess a name change and rebranding was in order . We just have no clue why . We also do n ’ t know how the service will change . Most importantly , why that name ? It means to run away … I think someone mistakenly thought it would be a good idea because it means to run away quickly , and speed in file sending is important . Neil Koven I do n ’ t like the new name . It is a North American expression , particularly American , and people in other countries probably wo n ’ t understand its meaning . As a sometime ESL facilitator , immigrants have enough problems with our idiomatic English . I always thought that “ yousendit ” was perfectly understandable and descriptive . So while I have your attention , I ’ m a photographer on a MAC and increasingly when I send images to clients who are on a PC , they are having great trouble in opening the link , and in fact have to send it to someone who is on a MAC to do it for them . Any suggestions ? Matt HighTail — what a stupid name – seriously who are these people who think it ’ s a good name ? What on earth does it “ convey ” to the end user ? NOTHING – it ’ s a stupid name Jonathon I am a branding expert and have no idea why you would risk the brand equity you have and change the name now . Maybe changing from “ Hightail ” to “ YouSendIt ” would make sense . Other way around seems like a big mistake … I , personally , like you less now . What the heck does “ Hightail ” mean ? Do n ’ t get it . Do n ’ t like it . Do n ’ t care . Think it ’ ll cause confusion in the marketplace for no apparent reason or benefit Pamela I echo the sentiments above > > > > Hightail ? Really ? Love the enthusiasm shared by the upper management staff . What about your “ underlings ? ” How do they feel ? I loved “ yousendit ” much better . Of course , just my opinion . Best wishes to all ! Susan Bentley The name seems to imply running away , rather than a speedy solution to moving documents . I understand you are trying to widen your scope of services . But I will miss the logo … and the name does not sound very business - like . Julian Harriman - Dickinson Is everyone who comments on this a CEO ? Well I am a founder . “ Hightail it to me , Hightail it to you , you can hightail it anywhere . Hightail is an empty vessel just waiting to be filled with meaning ” ! ( Watch the film ) Blimey that is some marketing rhetoric ! Really , you want your brand to be an empty vessel waiting to be filled with meaning . People wo n ’ t wait too long for that meaning . Better get your skates on ! I get it and the reasons behind it , but I really do n ’ t buy it at this moment in time . Yours , waiting to be convinced . Solarzar Neither the name or logo make sense . ‘ YouSendIt ’ made sense , Hightail does n ’ t create any brand connection , and the logo looka like a foreign language stop sign . Good luck with this branding . MrQuick One thing I ’ d like is for you to increase the size of content that can be sent for free . Some other companies who did not change their names offer much more than you guys and that ’ s the reason I seldom use yousendit / hitail or whatever your name is . Elizabeth Edwards I ’ m afraid I agree with others that this might not be the best change . YouSendIt is a perfect descriptor of what you do , and I could explain it easily to my clients by virtue of the name . “ Hightail ” on the other hand evokes crooks making an escape . Warren Plus , when you search “ Hightail ” online , the very first listing is “ High Tail it to Sharefile . com ” You guys should demand a refund from your branding consultants . basically anyone on mobile this site looks horrible on mobile . did you do any user testing ? # responsivedesign Samm My first response was , ” What ? ” My second response is , at the you send it log in , it asks “ do you want us to remember your email address ? ” I ’ ve checked yes for two years . It has never remembered my email address . I think the new name is quite lame . Katie thanks for flagging we have since fixed the issue . Long Time User Brings to mind the Seinfeld where they decided to merge water companies and call it Moland . I ’ d rethink the Hightail name in a hurry … just saying . rob It ’ s the New Coke all over again . Yousendit perfectly encapsulated your services . Hightail - huh ? Jock Sturges I love yousendit and use it frequently . I ’ m a photographer and it works seamlessly and easily to move large file around the world instantly with almost no effort . But if when I had been looking for a program / service to achieve these goals for me and someone had suggested “ Hightail ” I doubt I would have followed up on it . Another person commenting mentioned that the term conotes flight , forced departure at speed — essentially a negative . So , sorry . Do n ’ t like it even a little . I will stick with you as a customer because your service is so good . But if I recommend you to other professionals ( as I have often done ) I will You guys talked yourselves into a big silly . bob no one cares , keep the old name Dan People who have n ’ t heard of you will have no clue as to what you do . You ’ ve just made market expansion much more difficult for yourselves . YouSendIt was perfect , and it was an established brand . Good luck with this . Mauricio What a shame you are retiring YouSendit . It ’ s such a stong , catchy and well known brand . It ’ s also descriptive of the original company business . For example , Citibank is no longer just associated with NY City , and has been able to grow internationally without changing the name . Countless other brands have done the same . This moves makes no sense to me . Hightail is a the complete opposite . Of YouSenit It ’ s not catchy at all , few people understand the meaning , it ’ s difficult James On an international level , YouSendIt is much easier to pronounce , spell and use . Words with “ h ” or “ gh ” or combinations of these create are prone to constant misspellings , particularly in Latin based language settings . I suggest that you also keep the YouSendIt brand and website up and operating in parallel . Besides , you already have this name well established . If it ai n ’ t broke , do n ’ t fix it . ; - ) Peter I ’ ve used and advocated YouSendIt for years now . Is it now in retreat ? Mark Lee Would love to congratulate you but the new name is neither memorable nor associated with what you do . Will I remember the new name and use you in future ? Doubtful . Depends how long typing Yousendit redirects to the new site . NB : Your email link to this blogpost was blocked by Google for reasons noted above . Does n ’ t fill one with confidence that you know what you ’ re doing ; - ( current user Do n ’ t understand the name change and I do n ’ t really care for it . I liked the name yousendit – it says it all – the new name means nothing . You wasted all the years of branding and recognition that yousendit has . Peter Walker So , what was broken ? What has been fixed ? YourSENDit was a great name and did what it said on the tin . The paper plane was a neat twist and gave the brand some personality . HiTail does n ’ t mean much and the visual aspect of the brand is as equally forgettable . All fine if you ’ re selling bubble gum ? But you ’ re not . Hope the service / delivery still works well … Good luck HiTail . Keith Kemper This is the dumbest idea yet for main reason . Yousendit means you send it what the fuck is hightail . Everytime someone wants to make things better for us they screw it up like now not happy shmucks morons . Mark Lee NB : Have only just watched the video Sorry but the marketing team have really screwed up here . Maybe Hightail means something in the US . It means nothing in the UK so does n ’ t convey any of the aspirational concepts mentioned in the video . As the kids say these days : # epicfail Rosslyn Chapel Do n ’ t care for the name . Yousendit was easy to remember , did not sound arty - farty , and did what it said on the tin . Had loyalty to old brand , but not sure I will subscribe again when I now have Dropbox . Hightail is so negative , like let ’ s hightail it outta here ! daniel JANIN it ’ s a geat new the new logo is very phasing with you destination work hurry as soon as possible with you James Burtnett Hi Folks , What dose this name mean . What dose it stand for ? I , like others think this is really a stupid name for a company that dose what you do . I have been using your service for a number of years and the only thing wrong with your service is the incredibly slow servers you have . That is why I went to another sharing company for a time . I think you need to go back to the original name or think of something more meaningful . James Jock53 So your service now carries a name “ that strides like a giant ” , eh ? Bonkers marketing - speak . Chucks away all the brand awareness that you already had , and probably cost a fortune for some overpaid idiot to come up with the new name . bw “ The opportunity for Hightail gives us an empty vessel to fill with all kinds of meaning … ” exactly . you just traded a full vessel for an empty one . Been a yousendit fan for a long time , I ’ m not a fan of this rebrand . I would also echo other users comments that hightail essentially means to flee or retreat Jim While I ’ m sure that your partnering with Hightail made sense , the Name change does n ’ t . YOUSENDIT describes exactly what you do . It ’ s good marketing and branding . It ’ s great name recognition . People that receive an email link from YOUSENDIT understand what it is . A link to download a product from a vendor . But a link from Hightail ? What ’ s that . Now I know you can pay to brand your links . And I suppose this is a good way to get your clients Ricardo Moran It seems like a bold move , but that ’ s what make ’ s us grow is n ’ t it ? . I hope you still have the same high level of service and dedication to have a good producto with hightail , because that is what matters most . Ralf I fail to understand the name change … to something that makes absolutely no sense ! Why acquire an established brand , with an existing client base , and then change the name , you may as well be starting from scratch ? Previously I ’ d send customers large files via YouSendIt , now I can say I ’ ve “ Hightailed ” you the file … sounds odd , to say the least . charles daniels … . .what were the 2nd and 3rd choices ? ? ? dave well … Gotta agree … BAD move all the way around . . years of branding and recognition for YouSendIt down the drain . I ’ m simply not going to tell my large corporate clients to ‘ just Hightail the files to me ” . Sorry . Back to Dropbox for me ( ugh ) . Dumb move Really , really dumb on many levels . Makes me want to switch immediately . I do n ’ t want recipients to get something from a service that sounds so stupid . Greg Wow ! Somebody got some really bad advice . Horrible branding . Jenny Was there a legal reason for changing the name ? YouSendIt ‘ does what it says on the tin ’ , like WeTransfer . I hope Hightail works out . There must have been a reason to change from a highly descriptive brand name that ’ s recognised around the world to one that people will need to digest and remember . It ’ s a competitive marketplace with Cloud - based solutions popping up everywhere , so hopefully this will be a positive move for the company . Constance H . Halporn I have no idea even after watching the video what you are doing . Most importantly : what changes will I see as a user in terms of costs , usability , etc . How about a nuts and bolts email telling me what you are doing for me , and whats it going to cost ? Kathy V Unfortunately I do not like the name change at all . I wish you had asked people who pay for your business services what they wanted . We needed a name that is easy to dicerne what the product does when it arrives in an email box and YouSendIt did just that and never confused the user . In fact you had the BEST name and the BEST website and that is why you were chosen . When I send an email request thru your company website I want a FILE in return or I want to send my files . Something that was too big to send thru regular email . As a company you may want a different name but as a user of your services the name does not represent the service I need and am paying for . As an end user – we USE your products we do n ’ t participate in name games and our customers are not brilliant . In fact your drop box was easy enough for my 78 year old dad to figure out . YouSendIt was exactly why I am paying for your services . I want people to send me things and vise versa . Hightail does not represent the services I use . Why not change the Parent company name and not the service name . This looks like what you are actually doing anyway . Think before you act – it could be the reason why I switch and pay for dropbox . com Please keep the YouSendIt name – change the Parent company name only . Or you may cease to exist from such a bad business decision . There are only 2 big names in the file sending receiving industry . Why on earth would you want to change ? The only thing Hightail may do for your company is make it disappear and high tail it on out of here . Zanthexter I can understand wanting a “ broader ” name that would encompass additional services beyond sending attachments , but “ Hightail ” ? Did anyone even think to look it up before settling on it ? Besides meaning to FLEE , it conjures up the image of an animals rear end , or worse , an animal in heat . The “ fleeing ” part likely comes from the “ hightailing female ” in heat being chased by the male looking to mount her . Appallingly bad name choice . You ’ d have been better off making up something fresh , from scratch , without any meaning or connotations . Robert I ’ ve used YouSendIt for several years as a paying subscriber . I loved it . I ’ m going to have to take a mental health day today to deal with it going away . Hightail ? Really ? It makes me think of deer hunting , running away from something or a girl with a really tight butt . You had a clear , meaningful name . Now you have an empty vessel waiting to be filled . Good luck with that . Oh , btw … whoever produced / directed / edited the blog video did a very good job . But the content was rather meaningless . Mike The YouSendIt branding was clearly superior . The paper airplane logo had so much more marketing appeal than the word “ Hightail with a red bar above the H ” . I ’ m very surprised and find it a little disappointing that all of the appeal and brand recognition of YouSendIt was discarded so easily . Despite my negative senses shining through this comment , I do want to wish the best of luck to the new Hightail branding and marketing plan . Best wishes . Edson Unfortunately , I do not like Hightail . It does not describe what I want the service to do . Hightail feels informal and not reliable , while YouSendIt is a name I can use to ask clients to send it to me or I send to them . JB Did you consider the impact to your paying clients ? ? ? Our office provides YouSendIt as a convenient way for our clients to return information to our office . We now have to go and update all of our printed client materials ! ! ! Seriously ? ? ? Harold Langer Starting to think this is a form of guerrilla marketing to get us talking about this inappropriate new name . Then , you say “ sorry ” and announce the real new name you intended to use all along . I think this name is a bad choice but I wish you luck . You provide an excellent product . William Thomas “ Hightail ” , sounds to me like a very expensive escort service , not a file sharing company . I am sure there is some big deal reason for changing the name , but now I have to let all my client know that YouSendIt no longer is going to be the source for files I send them . I wonder how many will block something called “ Hightail ” . Dan This faux brand ( no authenticity ) smacks of A middle manger mentality of killing what I inherit to prove my worth vs . CEO leadership What is the brand personality , associations , and Resonance with Hightail ? Further , nothing innovative Re . Font or design Unless you u have a huge budget for branding a name with no association to product / business , you will fail Hire a brand guy who knows their shit ! Sunshower Rose Congratulations on your new Brand name and logo ! As an artist , I ’ ve had lots of reason to use your service – with lots of high res graphics needing to be sent . . . and fast ! You ’ ve never let me down , and I look forward to your excellent service in the future – as Hightail ! LD Really Stupid does not express what you do . Also as a company that uses the yousendit . com dropbox feature I REALLY hope that the “ permanent ” link I have been sending to clients for them to send in files will still work and be the same . Deb I really like ‘ YouSendIt ’ and for me it became THE way I was telling folks I would get something to them … . ’ i ’ m going to YouSendIt … ’ and they would immediately know EXACTLY what I ’ d be doing . Change is great if needed , but if it ai n ’ t broke it do n ’ t need changing . For the Brit who said Hightail is n ’ t a word used in the UK … . I ’ m a Brit and I ’ ve used the word all Alan Top - notch branding work ! I love the new look but still unsure about the negative connotation behind the new name . Yousendit has helped tremendously with my work . Goodluck to this change ! bill What a waste of time and money ! Louis To Hightail means “ to go as fast as possible , especially in fleeing . ” I think you should fire your branding people because this is a terrible name change . YouSendIt tells the world exactly what your site does . Isaac * Hightail | Define Hightail at Dictionary . com * dictionary . reference . com / browse / hightail _to go away or leave rapidly : Last we saw of him , he was hightailing down the street . Idioms . 2 . hightail it , hurry ; rush ; scamper : Hightail it down to the grocery … _ This sounds like a good name for flighty investors seeking an exit strategy . Two uphill battles : replacing the brand equity with the old name , and overcoming the negative connotation with an existing English word . Eli This is the dumbest idea I have ever heard of … and the video is even worse . Alun Richards You ca n ’ t be serious ! You had a recognised and trusted name in the large file transfer market and you have blown it . YouSendIt described perfectly what you did . Hightail ? ? ? Dear oh dear . In watching this video it seems like a parody of itself . I sincerely hope that this will not affect the prices of the YouSendIt service , or I will have to go elsewhere . Barbara I ’ m very appreciative of the excellent service that yousendit has provided over the last few years and am looking forward to hearing more about your future vision . The new look is bold and the name is provocative ( as evidenced by all the comments it has elicited : ) . As humans we resist change until it ’ s proven to be positive . Wishing you success ! Fernando Congratulations – and Welcome ! – Wishing you every success ! Steve R I have valued YouSendIt ’ s capabilities in the past , as the best of the file - sharing apps , and I — for one — like your new Hightail name . To me it connotes the high tail of the white - tailed deer escaping danger at graceful full speed . I look forward to any new features commensurate with your great new name ! Clayton Wagar The world is constantly changing for sure and I am sure you have studied the marketplace and have sound reasons for change . I am glad that the old logo is still visible on the side . much success Clayton David Agree with those concerned about the name change and the lack of description . It ’ s unlikely you ’ ll reconsider returning to YouSendIt , so this paying customer is wondering what other services are available . Grey Crawford Congratulations , and good luck . NEED a throttle that I can adjust , I am getting knocked off wifi and will need t go somewhere where I can customize my upload speed . Want to stay with you ! Sean Wow , mistake ! I am going to Hightail my business away from you guys and move to one of the boxes or clouds . They offer bigger transfers anyway . Instead of changing your name you should have beaten your competition by increasing your send size limits and reducing the amount of times your emails land in the spam folders of our clients . Rich Not the best of ideas … Coke did not change its name over the years . . for a reason . . brand identity . . which yousendit already had . . now it is lost … my advise is to make yousendit a product of the overall brand and keep it ’ s web name … this should have been given more thought ! Howard Carey This looks like an SNL Digital Studios skit . “ You can HiTail it to me , I can Hightail it to you ” ? Ca n ’ t I “ I send it to you and “ You send it to me ” ? Please spend more money fixing your incredibly buggy iphone App . Seriously considering dropping my paid subscription . Wow . GLENN First I checked the date to make sure it was ’ nt April 1st . Then I thought – Hey ! Ron Johnson found a new home – The last thing I want to do in business is to run fast in reverse unless I ’ ve made a whopper of a mistake . It ’ s not to late to hightail - it - back to you - send - it . Jim Frankly , I find it a bit bizarre that the first mention I ever even hear about proposed changes at YouSendIt makes no reference whatsoever to what ’ s going to be better about the service and makes a HUGE deal about the branding name change . Sorry , but I agree with those above saying “ Hightail ” is a strange choice . Think about “ Vimeo ” , “ iDriveSync ” , even “ Dropbox ” . Their names reflect exactly what they do . If your marketing team spent the time and money to explore thousands of Von Glitschka YouSendIt was pedestrian and utilitarian in it ’ s name and concept . I have never once for a moment ever thought to myself while using YouSendIt “ Gee , this supports my passion and vision . ” on the contrary it ’ s more like “ I know this will get the file through rather than using dumb - ass email . ” I find it a bit odd that you completely abandon all equity of the former identity ? The plane was classic , you should have adapted that in as at least a secondary brand graphic with the new brand coloring applied . I do n ’ t mind the name itself it ’ s kind of cheeky . But when I think of “ Hightailing ” it I think of movement , response , action , get ur done , adjective etc . This typeface styling is stiff , rigid which kind of contradicts the conceptual attributes of the name itself . The design is clean and well done but looks too sedentary in style as it relates to what you describe “ Hightail ” to be ? But , as long as you remain as stable and dependable as you ’ ve always been I ’ m on board . Look , I ’ m a customer and I say , love the Yousendit , lose the HighTail . What ’ s going on over there ? Is this dumb corporate speak ? Ofunne Thanks for your feedback , our support team will be contacting you about your issue . Loren They say , “ Do n ’ t f * * k with your brand . Often a major error . Look what happened to Howard Johnson ’ s , NBC , etc . But the service is the hting . Keep it simple , keep it affordable , I ’ ll stay on . – Loren Doctor Love I will spare you my opinion about the name change as you ’ ve already been beaten up over it enough in the other comments . Bottom line ? Give me 2 or 3 GB free storage like your competitor ( and maybe throw in another kicker or two to better them ) and I ’ ll ‘ hightail ’ it back to you toot sweet ~ ~ Elias Garza Congratulations ! ! and good luck ! William Thomas Well , after reading about the name change and then reading the negative comments to this blog , I wrote a comment saying what I felt when I heard the name . It seems that everyone else , for the most part , feels this is a stupid move . But then when I got back to the top of the comments I decided to watch the video . WOW … so many self assured corporate types making rediculous comments . There was not a single solid reason given for changing the name . You are going to “ expand Marc Thank you for telling about yourself ; as a Multi year loyal paying customer , it makes me wonder : what ’ s in it for me ? Maybe an idea to start there : crispy , short , whats in for me ? And why Would I give up dropbox and box . net ? I became a client to be able to send secure large amounts of photos to my clients ; now what more will hightail do to make my life easier in exhange for my loyal payments ? Spare me the corporate talks , 3 min clips and me changes ; the client is the only source of profit [ drucker ] … So , what ’ s concretely in it for me Jake Morgan been in advertising for 30 + years I ca n ’ t think of a good reason for “ hightail ” but can think of many jokes – most of which are pretty ugly . Sometimes Ad agencies sell you on stupid ideas Remember the new coke formula ? In “ B ” movies , ( few ad dollars used ) you title it what it is – so unfamiliar buyers do n ’ t have to guess what it is that you are selling – Zombie Wars – lets someone know if the product is for them or not . Nobody is required to guess . What does HighTail conjure up – ugly stuff under a tail or someone running away from the issue – either way you chose poorly . DC Congratulations ! I am curious see what is in store and if the features are better than Pogoplug secure storage and sharing . p3t3r This site needed nearly 90 seconds for loading and blocked my browser during that period . I ’ m not amused . Glenn I think you just got Hightailed by your marketing team . Stephanie St . Claire You guys are BRILLIANT . I love the name and concept you ’ ve created of Hightail . It ’ s hip , fresh , and current . Thank you for putting so much thought and energy into your service and making it something I ’ m PROUD to use with my clients . I ’ m looking forward to being expanded by what you have to offer , now that Hightail goes beyond sending files . Do n ’ t sweat any negativity or resistance to your new direction . The most important ( and first ) thing I learned about being in business is that your ideal customers will ‘ get ’ your references . I get you . I ’ m loving Hightail . Rock on ! scott Wow … .this must be a joke … . I think I will Hi Tail it out of here . . wonder what the share holders will think of this expense ? Greg Marketing is about communicating what your product is , what it does , and why it is better than the competition . In the old West , you “ Hightailed it out of town ” when you were in trouble with someone . ” Picking a brand name with an entrenched , negative connotation seems self - defeating and strange . The logo looks like a Stop Sign , another negative connotation . I can only presume you did not test market this name + logo with a neutral group of consumers or they would have given you this negative Dreifuss , FMS Support Thanks for the email and the video . The transition to the new name is important , and it seems like you are making the right moves there . However , I personally do n ’ t like the new name . I use the service for business , and the name puts you into more of an end - user category in terms of image , IMO . The first thought I had was to look for other services . However , I ’ ve been happy with your services and would not leave otherwise . Perhaps you could offer some of your loyal customers a free branded option so that we can avoid the new name altogether ( or at least to minimize the impact of it ) . Please contact me in order to keep my business and perhaps gain new opportunities . Thanks ! Campbell Owens This is sad . YouSendIt was an elegant , accurate name . Hightail sounds like a video game … or something off - color . Did it ever occur to you to poll your paying customers before making a decision ? It embarrasses me to think about telling my corporate clients to upload files to my “ hightail ” account . Carl I do n ’ t like the switch . YouSendIt was sticky . I always remembered it and have told a ton of people about you . Hightail does n ’ t describe what you do . I would have recommended creating another website for your new service if it is that different and using a new name for that . Yousendit is perfect for what all of us ( your customers ) are using it for . Time will tell but a new name for all of us is irrelevant . What is in it for us ? I ’ d much rather seen an announcement about a new product or offering . You ’ ve spent so much time , resources , and money with rebranding . I wonder where you would be if you would have focused those resources on understanding us ( the customer ) and bringing another solution to the table . D Jones YouSendit needs to Hightail to a new branding company ! Bad move changing the name guys … Howard Carey Wow you really are n ’ t posting my G rated comment . Double wow … hahahaha … . . Personally I think you having to work awful hard to convice yourself that this is a good name . Its a lot of gobbeldy gook . The name is completely disassociated from anything you offer . So your right it is an empty vessel . Its going to take a long time for people to connect the dots . Kristin Yousendit sounded professional and business - like . Hightail does not . I do n ’ t mind a name change . Just wish that you picked something more professional sounding . I ’ m sure it ’ s fine for the creative industries . For those of us in conservative industries , Hightail is a bit of a stretch . RW Very long time user . Ca n ’ t imagine why you would chose “ Hightail ” . David B Really , REALLY bad idea … … . Your name described what you did . Now it does n ’ t . What complete idiot decided to do that ? ? ? ? ? Your URL will now be irrelevant . Julie – a yousendit user for a million years I ’ ve been in advertising / design / marketing for over 25 years and I ’ ve been using yousendit forever , with many clients and vendors . Frankly , I hate the name - change to “ HighTail ” and I ’ m considering “ hightailing ” it over to DropBox . You gave me the idea with your new name – thanks ! ! ! I agree with the other posters – I do not like the idea of using the name “ hightail ” with my clients . Did your marketing team consider the psychological ramifications of the actual definition of “ hightail ” ? Just not - smart , marketing - wise or otherwise . I now distrust your brand . ann Bad branding move – loved the former straightforward name that was backed with significant consumer confidence . YouSendIt told us what it was about at a glance , no reading / marketing necessary – just sayin ’ ! Trevor Irvin Your name was n ’ t the problem … the problem is DropBox kicked your ass . Your video is supreme Ad - Land Bullcrap … Regards , Trevor Irvin Jonathan Kaplan Quite frankly , if something works , and works well , why change it ? I think the name does not work , it certainly does not fit with the definition of the word “ hightail ” as others have commented . “ YouSendit ” works perfectly . While you might have found that it does not brand what you plan to do in the future , it works now . I might have thought about the change of name when you were ready roll out new products that would be better served by the Hightail brand . Right now Evens Campbell Hey , to each its own . I do not like the name . I watched the video and I got a sense that top management is trying to sell the public the new name . Do n ’ t kid yourselves . If any organization has to sell its image to the general public at the executive level , then one must question why ? I think YouSendIt is a better name . The name YouSendIt has nothing to do with the company itself but with the client who uses the services of the company to send various files For example it would be like Google changing its name to YouSendIt . How would I then Googled things on the internet with the new name change . Again , to each it own . Here is my advice . It is not too late to go back , remember Netflex . Involve your client with help you with your name change . We are the ones that use your services . Are you not the UPS , FedEx , USPS , and DHL of the internet ? Everyday , hundreds of packages go through these companies to a final destination . Whatever those packages are is determined by the sender / receiver , not the company who makes it happen . You ’ re just the middle I pray God ’ s best for your company going forward . I do n ’ t get it . Hightail in general is used as in fleeing as fast as possible . Thats the first thing that comes to my mind . Still a good service and I will continue to use it . Joey Obviously , you guys either did n ’ t hire a competent marketing firm or your corporate team just dreamed this name change up unless there was a legal need to do so . I agree with the others before me on this blog … years of brand recognition and loyalty have been sacrificed for a name change that ’ s unimaginative and lacks meaning . Maybe a focus group would be in order for the next name change . MediaMensch Congratulations on your re - branding as Hightail . You must have some interesting growth plans to make this name stick . As a branding person , the name seems on first impression to be a great name for a cocktail / energy drink . You drink it and hightail it out of there . Also , I think of hightail as illegal activities . Rob a bank in a western movie and hightail it out of there ( reference to the horses tail ) . So if documents are stolen in a corporation using your brand and it makes David Goren Snore . You fell prey to the branding experts . Your new name is generic and instantly forgettable . Anyway , I have moved on to other services like Dropbox and WeTransfer that have modern interfaces and are exceptionally easy to use with few restrictions unlike … uh , uh , what was the name of that company that used to be yousendit ? Justin Green YouSendIt was one of the brightest spots on my Home screen . I could always count on large files to transfer easily . Now it ’ s a potential liability . What I want to know is how much this is going to cost me in terms of lost time – in reconfiguring the settings ? And lost face – when I have to send stuff to France with this new unwanted linguistic baggage ( how did you not research that ? ! ) ; and probably , lost money when there will be a surcharge to renew my subscription Alex Is Daddy ’ s ( just grad from marketing ) little girl the new member of the company ? I knew it ! I hate to say this but it ’ s a big big mistake . Rebranding is ok , this name not so . Now follow my lead : Do n ’ t change the name , you are still on time . And whoever idea was … . Do n ’ t fire him / her , but relocate her to the lowest position you may have … . and lower the salary also ! Pam Sorry to hear about the name change . Hightail describes leaving with haste ( retreating ) and of course can be “ misinterpreted ” . Yousendit said so much more and left no doubt about the site we were asking our customers to use . Very disappointed and will probably use dropbox now ; it ’ s recognizable like yousendit was . Charlotte Lemmens Hightail is a very bad idea , yousendit was fine and cristalclear . I will turn to wetransfer , a fine name for a perfectly well working and well named company ! Tony HighTail vs YouSendit , this will take some getting use to . Yousendit , you already have an idea to what is supppose to be use for by just hearing / reading the name . On the other hand , ‘ HighTail ’ … Just reading or seeing the name , I have no idea what it is . If it was n ’ t for the email stating a name change and reading the post here … I would think it has something to do with horses or something close to that field . I just hope with the name change , the quality of services does n ’ t either … But will be excited to see the change that is coming … Billy Mmmm … at least they did n ’ t waste any money designing a logo . Jerry X Shea This is very interesting – Did any of these “ young corporate folks ” ever hear the expression “ hightail it out of there . ” That statement means “ get away from it – move on – next – not a good place to be – move away . ” Thus , for me , the name “ Hightail ” has a negative connotation . The dictionary defines hightail as “ to move at full speed or rapidly often in making a retreat . ” Time will tell on this name . Donna Sadly I agree with many of the negative postings . Are these the rantings of people who do n ’ t like change ? I believe not . Not only does “ hightailing it ” have real communication negativity that will not be overcome with a long term brand campaign , but the interview in your promotional video where the interviewee says “ this is an empty vessel ” made me laugh . The name HIGH TAIL emotes fairly sexual overtones sounding like an expensive call girl company . And the comment “ we work where you work ” would amy Changing a brand name to something meaningless does n ’ t make sense . I hope you have the budget to support it like Nike does . I was glad to see a female exec in the video though . 1 out of 5 is n ’ t bad … is it ? Disappointing . Harry Brust I had just renewed for another year … have been happy with the services throughout these past years . I have recommended many clients in the past … I have just viewed the video and I am extremely disappointed with what appears to be marketing a brand … I thought the client was the key … My first reaction was to cancel my account and hightail it out … again , from my vantage point I think you have made a mistake in this process … if you want a suggestion for a change … you could have used “ sendit ” … Your company you can do what you want and so can the customer . .we also can make a change … thank for your past services … Scott Considering the comments are about 60 % to 40 % supporting the name change , I ’ d say you made a poor decision on the name change . YouSendIt said it all in a nutshell . Jeff Your new name means to flee , to retreat in a hurry . That ’ s terrible ! SR Wow , whose idea was this ? HighTail , as a brand , sounds a lot more like a shady escort service than a professional file - sending service . As an expression , it just means to run away quickly ! Been a long time Pro customer – and have really liked the service – but , our company also has a brand to maintain – and we want to associate with other businesses we can proudly mention to our clients . Not sure “ HighTail ” will work in that regard . A much better result could have Ed Benson I ’ m a graphic designer in the photography industry who frequently uses YouSendIt to end large images to clients . To me this change is a huge mistake , I mainly use YouSendIt to send files to clients who struggle to download from our ftp site or do n ’ t want to install Dropbox . For clients like this , having a name that perfectly describes what the service does is vital . Before I could just say , ” Let ’ s use YouSendIt , and I did n ’ t have to explain anything . ” Now I ’ ll have to explain what HighTail is , and the name will probably scare these sorts of clients away . The old name was eay to remember and self - explanatory . Why you would want to drop that and confuse people makes no sense to me . Tracy Hmmm … I can see what you are trying to do … use a verb as a noun so that people will be more inclined to use phrases such as “ I ’ m gonna hightail it over to you . ” or “ I ’ m hightailing it to you right now . ” It gets tricky when people start saying or are inclined to say “ Did you get my hightail ? ” … not so great … So I get it , this was the reason , but all the fluffy talk about creativity , passion and what you aspire to become , is lost on me , and does n ’ t fit . As others have said , “ Why fix something that ai n ’ t broken ? ” Eric Basir Congratulations … .However , I preferred the name Yousendit . It was very clear and easy to identify . Hightail is ubiquitous and easy to misconstrue as a flashy spammy social network or worse , something offensive in another language . Thomas Hightail usually means to run away . As quickly as possible . Sounds like too many committee meetings without much vision . Does this mean I have to notify everyone who sends files to my yousendit account that that account no longer exists ? Many of them do n ’ t have accounts , so wo n ’ t be notified otherwise . Thanks for that … Vicki This is just a stupid name and move … When I read your promo and before reading all of the comments , I thought to myself , “ This is just a bunch of BS gobblety goop – saying absolutely nothing – created by some ad agency for big bucks – describing nothing of what the company does – for some eco maniac corporate types — almost something a government worker would create to fill his time while he wastes out money ! I have been using your service forever and hope that the simplicity of use and economical price Jeff What , did Novant Health give you a good deal on the leftover H they punched out of their new brand ? = ) Freddie A The new name makes me think you are running away from something you are embarrassed about . Not a great change … Paul You are kidding are n ’ t you ? You have gone back to square one ! Curtis Verry stupid name for a business . Love the service , Someone should get demoted over that poki Sorry , just hi - tailed it outa here … off to wetransfer . com Chris Cox LOVE the service … Hate the new name . Seems pointless , but I ’ m still sticking with the service . Christy Interesting move . I hope it works out well for you , although it will take a lot of work to get there . I have to wonder , if you ’ re explaining this re - branding as an effort to open your company to more opportunities going forward , why not use Hightail as your new company name and keep YouSendIt as a product that your company offers in addition to new products ( with equally descriptive and great names ) down the road ? A . Bellamy Congratulations … … . . Change is always positive … . . Waiting to see the roll out … . Patrick Whitehouse Your rookie CEO got snookered by fast talking brand consultants who are now hightailing out of town . [ 1885 – 90 , Amer . ; in reference to the raised tails of fleeing animals ] Susan Bodiker If the brand continues to deliver ( no pun intended ) on its mission , then I do n ’ t really care what it ’ s called . That said , I think the new name is meaningless and the introductory video and blog post , utterly pretentious . HighTail may connote speed but YouSendIt was empowering . A very silly and unstrategic move . Jamie Lee Love it ! Congrats ! I hope you held onto the “ literally thousands of name concepts ” you rejected . Acct Admin Never knew I could agree with so many . Looks like a 90 % fail rate to me . Some great feedback here from your USERS , I hope you can keep both names running and see which one wins . I do n ’ t like our company being associated with the new name nor do I like being forced into it without previous knowledge . I hope that a refund policy is in place for my annual payment . To heck with what were the 2nd and 3rd options , what were the 9th and 10th options ? Jim D “ YouSendIt ” was descriptive , but did n ’ t sound terribly professional . OK for personal stuff , and for photographers and other creative arts types , maybe , but for a law firm or financial services company — ehh , not so much . “ HIGHTAIL ” is going to be a bit of a challenge to market . ( So was “ GOOGLE ” , but billions in revenue made it a bit easier for them to get taken seriously . ) You might want to tack on a tagline , until the name is associated with the product , e.g. “ HIGHTAIL cloud solutions ” or somesuch . Same fine service , so I ’ m cool with it no matter what you call it . Good luck ! Rob YouSendIt described what you did : YOU can SEND anything you ca n ’ t attach to an email due to size restrictions . Hightail sounds like you could be an upper - class escort service . Bad move . Ask Netflix . One man ’ s opinion … Fred 100mb to 50mb , thanks for lessening the limit for free users . This is n ’ t an elaborate phishing scan done just to get us to provide you with our email addresses , is it ? Wayne Love the service . Confused by the new name . Changing your name to not hold yourself back is aces but it would take a Steve Jobsian Reality Distortion Field to make Hightail work for people outside your company . Really . I suspect as your re - branding team went through their process their perception of the word Hightail changed . That can happen in a group but I still think the name is confusing and somewhat negative to anyone outside your company . Selling Hightail to new customers will take a * tremendous * amount of resources to get anywhere near the current understanding of what your company does with the name YouSendIt . Leslie Kelsay I ’ m a small town gal working in the big city – and anyone hightailing it is up to no good . Neither is that logo . Pete Davenport Quite honestly , I do not like the new name . The old name was recognized in the industry and related to the use of the product . I do not have the necessity to use the product frequently but when I do , because I am going to ‘ send ’ something , the name springs to mind . To me , this new name bears no relationship to the product . Eliott It takes perseverance and intention to push through a rebranding . There will be resistance and naysayers , but I think it ’ s bold , it ’ s memorable , and it gives you the space to move into new features , products and services . The visual design is beautiful , kudos ! Seriously ? ! Are you high . . . tail ? Helen My first thought when I saw the new name Hightail was , “ Wow ! What a negative name . ” How obscure can you get ? A polar opposite of YouSendIt . Do n ’ t think the name is going to work well with some spam filters . With a strong following , I think YSI could have spent dollars more wisely promoting a good product with a recognized name that says what is does . I do hope Hightail is successful , and builds and expands upon a great product , or else I ’ m going Giselle White Like many of the other responses , I strongly believe changing the name YouSendIt to Hightail is a BAD MOVE ! ( that ’ s like Apple or Windows changing their names to something else … which is clearly RIDICULOUS , as their names , like YouSendIt , have already become household names , infused into the lives of their audience ) … And so , I seriously hope that the service that Hightail will offer , meets and exceeds the performance and high expectations of the YouSendIt customers you already have ! I have watched your video and listened YES , I get that under the YouSendIt brand you wanted to expand and be viewed as more than a file and document sending company . You mentioned that YouSendIt customers and people using the internet share more than just these … They share their ‘ passion , lifeblood , work and the things they care about ’ . Good reasoning yes , that could all be incorporated under the YouSendIt brand … As you can more easily SHARE and ‘ SEND ’ these things than HIGHTAIL these things ! Hightail just does not have the same depth as YouSendIt Even at a very basic level ( see the dictionary definition ) , while the word ‘ hightail ’ connotes speed , it does not do so in a positive way , as it means to ‘ hurry , rush and scamper ’ as in to ‘ hightail it ’ out of here ! And if you were to go deeper into the origin of the word hightail , the dictionary . com definition states ‘ 1885 – 90 , Americanism ; high + tail ’ is a ‘ reference to the raised tails of fleeing animals ’ . Thus If I were you , and felt I needed to stamp my authority on the company by changing its name , then , I would have chosen more wisely , and found one without negative connotations . More likely though , I would have kept the strong YouSendIt brandname and used my advertising / branding budget to expand the concept behind it . An easier sell , as the YouSendIt brand is intuitive , and already well known and loved . Heck , you have already bought the YouSendIt company , why not expand upon the strength of the brand Chris Fritz It ’ s good to see the people who did the First CityWide Change Bank video and rebranding plan got another gig . As a YSI user I have to ask … who sold you the “ we must rebrand ” Kool - Aid ? After Jonestown and this , the dude ’ s pure evil . Umar Saidu Tudunwada Hi ! Hightail . Congratulations . Brace up for the challenges ahead . Geza X This is stupid . I loved Yousendit . I ’ m gonna Hightail it out of here just to punish you for corporate stupidity . I ’ m sure some research analyst or market consultant gave u this idea . Like when a numerologist tells some big star to change their name just to feel important . Hightail ? I hope they sold you on the sexual innuendo . Sex sells you know . YouBlewIt Newarkdiver Did you not look up the meaning of the word “ Hightail ” before choosing it as your company name ? “ To move at full speed or rapidly often in making a retreat — usually used with it ” Brad says that he wants the new name to convey their key differentiators such as an intuitive user experience , security and control , and working where you work . But I fail to grasp how “ Hightail ” conveys that message . While I agree the name YouSendIt can pigeon hole you , other companies have made it work ( e.g. Salesforce ) . I also think there are other names that you could have considered that does n ’ t include words like box , cloud , or sync . Maybe “ Workstream ” ? Also , does n ’ t Dropbox use the heptagon shape for their new developer platform ? https : / / blog . dropbox . com / 2013 / 07 / dbx / J . Mixhar Where I ’ m from , ‘ hightailing ’ is what criminals do as they flee the scene . The new name has a very negative connotation and I ’ m not sure that I want to send clients a link with the word ‘ tail ’ in it , which has a very sexual connotation . As a color theorist , you ’ ve nailed the ‘ excitement ’ with your orange hues and ‘ trust ’ with the browns ; however there was absolutely nothing wrong with YouSendIt . You could have expanded from within . Just as Emerson Schwartzkopf As a customer partial to the service — I used the free mode for years before signing on as a paying customer in 2010 — I ’ d like to wish you guys well . However , I also have to think about moving on . The video gives absolutely no hard indication of what you ’ re going to do ; I ’ m guessing it ’ s going to be more of cloud - based services ( “ beyond ‘ send ' ” seemed to be the mantra ) , but I ’ m already getting a batch of quite - good services from major market players ( Microsoft , Apple ) for , well , free . What could I possibly get that would make it worth the purchase ? Uh , nothing here , not even enough for a PowerPoint bullet list The other thing is that every person in this video talks as if if they ’ ve drunk the corporate Flavor - Aid and are trying to explain why we need to dream the big dream with them . Nobody looks into the lens to talk to me , the customer . Nobody seems to be working , save for the staff working on … marketing materials . Did n ’ t anyone take this outside the company beforehand to get reaction of people not directly in the process ? And did n ’ t anyone think of , well , rebranding the company and keeping YouSendIt as a product name — at least until there was something to really buy other than YouSendIt ? Whatever ’ s being offered better be great — because if it looks like most of the effort went into a cool new brand , I ’ m wasting my money . Bob Podboy Good luck guys ! why Why change the name ? Yousendit is basically a household name . Hightail is , for the most part , known within the phrase “ Let ’ s hightail on out of here ! ” . LAME ! Alain Cloutier mmm … sounds like an Escort company … I called HighTail and got great girl last week - end … I do n ’ t think the rebranding is a good move . YouSendIt was a good name . You can expand to send anything … but you still send something , even stuff you care about . Randy Davis The word “ hightail ” always takes the object , “ it . ” You do n ’ t hightail here and there , you hightail it . From the Word Detective : “ Many animals , including deer and horses , raise their tails when they flee , making the action a good metaphor for a panicked retreat . ” The visual reference , is , pun intended , telling . YouSendIt has created quite a challenge for itself . Good luck . Steve Do n ’ t like this name change at all . Sounds much more like a shady escort service than a professional file transfer service . Just logged - in to send a file and cringed when I saw the new name and logo — not sure I can send our media files out to clients with a name like “ HighTail ” — why in the world choose a name that means to meekly run away from danger ? ? ? On the bright side , though , maybe you ’ ll sell a lot more unbranded accounts ? TourismTattler I have to agree with the majority of comments already posted – as Michael Crane so succinctly puts it “ If it ai n ’ t broke – do n ’ t fix it . ” I sincerely hope that all the marketing hype around your new brand does n ’ t result in loyal YouSendit users hightailing away as fast as possible . qweqwe testing Marty Jones High Tail generally refers to deer running away , at least in the Northwest . I love Yousendit ; it ’ s simple to use , and does n ’ t cost a lot . I ’ m having difficulty with the thought of sending my clients an email : “ your files are coming via Hightail … ” Bad move . Tom Harris As one of the above people said , “ yousendit ” was the perfect name . “ Hightail ” menas nothing to most pepople in Canada , except retreat , which is not what you are trying to convey , of course . I am sad to see the name changed and wonder whether “ yousendit ” URLs will work any longer . Hope so . Mr Lippy Did you get bought - out ? Sounds like a committee worked on this one . Nice lettertype but odd choice of name change when you ’ ve become a fairly established brand . Hope it works out for you … Casandra Moreno Lombera You all have such a great service and I ’ ve really appreciated it for many years and have referred many to you . I wish you continued success . I ’ m not going to lie to you about your new name – it does n ’ t mean anything to me ( it ’ s not intuitive from my pov ) and I will have a hard time remembering it . Yousendit was so easy to remember and to associate with a key functionality you ’ ve been very reliably helping us with . I ’ m not Just ME HIGHTAIL to similar to : high · tail ( htl ) Slang intr . v . high · tailed , high · tail · ing , high · tails To go as fast as possible , especially in fleeing : hightailed out of town . Idiom : hightail it To hurry or flee . hightail it – Refers to animals , such as mustangs and rabbits , that raise their tails high when fleeing danger . See also related terms for rabbits Just my 2 Helen Wow , you block comments even when they are G - rated . Ben McFarlane , CMA Just sold everyone on ( You - Send - It ) now I must sell your new name - Hightail – I should send you a bill . Good luck – and I wil continue to sell your product . Cheers Ben Rob This change is really ridiculous . So many of our customers have become familiar with YouSendIt and trust the service . Now we start all over again to convince our customers which include government agencies with high security network filtering that the new name is all ok to accept . Really looks like a marketing grad playing with theories from his student days . Aaron Rose Are you guys the CIA ? Your whole new ‘ I ’ m Cool ’ tone feels very undercover . Aviva I love Hightail , and I got it immediately . “ Yousendit ” was a goofy name and I was embarrassed every time I had to type in the url . I ’ m in the web industry and it ’ s important to me to feel proud of the services I use . The rebrand makes me MUCH happier to use yousendit . I was always looking for something more modern . It makes me think the company is looking towards the future , and might finally compete with my other favorites like Dropbox and Droplr . GREAT JOB , that took guts ! ! ! Tripp Frohlichstein Hightail fails , sorry . When I asked people what it meant , everyone said - you mean like “ hightail it out of here . ” Leslie Kelsay ’ s post is in a similar vein . Whatever branding company convinced you this is the way to go should not be paid . Yousendit said it all . This is similar to another situation . Here is a quote from the press release . “ ESPS , Inc . , a provider of electronic publishing “ solutions ” is now Liquent , Inc . , to better reflect “ Alain Thomas With such a ridiculous and meaningless name , you wo n ’ t attract new customers . YouSend it was speaking for itself all around the world because everyone in the world knows the meaning of the English word SEND . Stupid choice indeed ! justin drake you guys are obsessed with marketing . please just provide me with a reliable service . jw Will use service today because I ’ m a paying customer and need to send something right now , but since I also right now found out about your name change , I believe I will switch . The name is horrible and as so many have said , means absolutely nothing for your business , and frankly is n ’ t something I want to send to my customer base . Not Wayne I know Wayne ! ! ! ! ! Darren Crampton I hate it . This could end up being one of the worst marketing blunders ever . The name “ YouSendIt ” is what made them move forward . They are trying to create a verb out of Hightail when yousendit has already been used as a verb . Maybe look at the definition of Hightail in Webster before re - naming your successful company ( despite the lack of profit ) . The definition basically describes what the company just did “ to move at full speed or rapidly often in making a retreat ” . They are moving Glenn SWM with big file seeks SWF to Hightail , pix & videos a must Your name the stuff that i m sending are really files . not my life , and not anything else . when i used it , my customers understood right away what it is / was . It feld safe and professional . The name , logo and colors where light and clear . I live in europe . Nobody would understand the new name . They would n t know how to wright it or say it . From my taste of Design : do n t like the Typo . do n t like the colour . do n t like the word . the video is n t saying anything . Lightmancer You really have n ’ t thought this through have you ? Well done on picking a name that has no cultural frame of reference outside the United States . It speaks volumes to the insular mindset of the management of the company . Very sad . But do n ’ t worry . Takeover and dismemberment by Yahoo can not be far behind . Unfortunately the first thing that came to mind when I heard he new name was hopping in my care and hitailing it out of here … . .or being hijacked or whatever , it was all negative … . .I love yousendit and refer it to everyone I know … . .not so sure about this new name and hope it does n ’ t bury your business … .One this is for sure … . HITAIL is NOT a fresh new name or face for you … it says nothing of what you do and has so so many Marcel Labbe I really do n ’ t get it . You had a good name so no need to change . You decide to change . And not only you change for no reason but you change to a stupid name ( the few people who like it surely do n ’ t use it for a professional cie ) . This a complet disrespect to your customers . I use YouSendIt for my cie . No way i ’ m going to lose time defending your catastrophic choice of name to my customers , not to mention the money cost i would suffer . I expect you will correct in the next few days and go back to the intelligent and well known original name . I give you a few days or you can be sure that i will take my money elsewhere . If you do n ’ t start respecting your customers , i predict you will go bankrupt within 6 months ! M Sharon Good Luck with the new name . I ’ ve had great success using Yousendit for the large files we send I hope all stays the same and the only thing that will change is the name . ( I do n ’ t really care for the name change though it sounds like a childrens book ) . Alan I think this was a horrible idea … I ’ m an accountant and now this is the convo I will have : Me : “ Hey , why do n ’ t you use HighTail to send your super secure info to me Mr . Client ” Client : “ What the heck is HighTail ? ! ” it used to be “ Hey let ’ s use YouSendIt to send me your super secure info … client would n ’ t even blink an eye . Laura Sorry . I do n ’ t get it . The intent of YouSendIt was crystal clear . It works just fine . Hightail ? ? No . I may end up using the “ new brand , ” but I do n ’ t understand what was wrong with the old brand . And I will explore other options , because I presume that with this fancy new name there will be fancy new charges . Ofunne Changes will be rolling out starting tomorrow . Refer to these FAQs for more detail : http : / / support . yousendit . com / t5 / Say - Hi - to - Hightail / YouSendIt - is - now - Hightail - FAQ / td - p / 44628 kyle ellison Did you guys drink the kool - aid ! Take a long vacation and come back when you do n ’ t take yourself to seriously . I love yousendit … .i just wish i did n ’ t watch that video or that you would have hired me to be your Pr person . Oregon Ed What a stupid name . You switch from saying “ You send files ” to “ I ’ m gonna hightail it outta here . ” Ridiculous . We ’ re long - time paying customers and will keep using it , unless there are other , bad changes involved , but when our customers were told we ’ re sending them files with “ YouSendIt ” it was obvious that we were sending them files . Now , they ’ ll read that we are hightailing it out of town , and somehow that means they ’ re getting files ? Really dumb move , although maybe people who who ftp “ passion ” instead of documents will love the name change . Ed Grants Pass Tracy Page Very excited to see the new branding and where this is leading ! Alan Bennington As someone involved in naming and graphic design I ’ ve used your file sending services many times . Despite your new CEO ’ s explanation , & the accompanying video , I still do n ’ t know why there was a need for a name change ? I understand I ’ m not in the need to know column . You seem to have not articulated the point . There are so many negative connotations of the word Hightail . As others have said , it appears , at least on the surface , to have been an Kyle ellison Who ever said “ you blew it ” rocks . Hire them . Stephen Cane Thankfully the service you offer is excellent . The name “ you send it ” gave a certain amount of confidence when sending files to recipients , particularly in the business community , even if they had n ’ t heard it before . Frankly as a name , Hightail sounds highly suspicious . I would have thought it would make much greater sense to focus to the aspects of your business that differentiate you from the majority of cloud based storage and file sharing platforms . To more clearly define who benefits derived from your services and seriously target that niche , rather than this veiled attempt to cast a much broader net . Do n ’ t get me wrong , re - branding sometimes make good sense , it just has to be for the right reasons . I seriously hope “ Hightail ” works for you . As I have said , you have a great service . ( I also seriously suggest you do a SWOT analysis ) Mike Really ? The new CEO thought it was a good idea to change the recognizable brandname of a successful company to a word that means to run away ? ? ? Verb1 . hightail it – flee ; take to one ’ s heels ; cut and run . Benny Possibly the worst rebranding since the Netflix / Flixster disaster . It ’ s so bad I ’ m going to cancel my service . I ’ m not sending anyone a link that says “ hightail . ” How truly awful . Also , did anyone realize that “ Hightail ” means to retreat as quickly as possible ? ie : “ let ’ s hightail it out of here . ” The Mad Ad Man Well well well … thank you HighTail for giving me fuel for another blog post … who in their right mind would make such a dumb move ? All brand equity carefully built over the last few years – thrown out the window . This is about as stupid a decision as Netflix ’ s attempt to rename its DVD mailing service to Qwikster a while back . I guess some people just do n ’ t learn from the mistakes of others . Douglas Thompson HIGHFAIL Suzanne Hubball Big mistake taking a brand that told everyone exactly what you do , to something needs explanation . The new name has more negative connotations , it switches people off straight away . I agree with above . If it was n ’ t broke why try fixing it ? Total waste of time and money . Graeme Changing an established brand name is brave with a capital B – for years now whenever I ’ ve needed to send something yousendit . com was top of mind – a name that says what it does as the web address . Hightail does n ’ t work anywhere nearly as well and the fight to get back the brand recognition might very well be an extremely difficult job . There is the danger of clients ‘ hightailing ’ it to other companies whose brand name comes to mind more easily . Juan Good name , great move . Yousendit was a nice name for what the business was , not for what it wants to be . Congratulations and good luck . Debbie Berger Surely there has to be some other explanation for taking an excellent and totally descriptive name with an equally strong logo and changing it to a word no one has ever heard of and — at least to me — brought the word Tailhook to mind with all of the negative connotations of that descriptor . Wayne Gordon You guys were one of the first and in my opinion one of the best . Now with lots of competition , you guys chose to do something really dumb . Did you not learn from Netflix ? Their name change was a huge flop . How long will it take before we see you back to using “ You Send it ” after your users Hightail it out of here ? Changing your brand name is a tough decision that requires gutts . It ’ s something you seldom want to do . Sometimes you have to . No doubt this was the case . All the initial negative reactions are natural and expected . In a few days they will all have faded away . Naming Your Brand Nice ! I think they used the IYBI infographic to come up with the new name ! darryl swann Hmmm … ( as i rub my chin with one eye - brow raised while i contemplate ) … … .hightail , huh ? Ok . Let ’ s hope it was not some corporate “ suit ” with a “ marketing degree ” trying to make his mark is who lobbied for this drastic change … . darryl swann You guys must have something good up your sleeves Ernie M . Read a lot of the comments so wo n ’ t re - hash what they said … just to say I do n ’ t think YSI held you back if you wanted to grow . And my first thought was , “ Retreat fast ? ? ? ” My question is , what is the line over the H in the logo mean ? Usually that is over a vowel , so what does it mean over a consonant ? Jan I like the name . The video i could have done without . I use both DropBox and YouSendIt and so hope that you will upgrade your graphics and the ability to see images collectively in a well designed format . I really do n ’ t like having to use both . Personally I miss the old iPhoto sharing system . Surprise me … … . please . George G Having visions and aspiration of what you want to be , is all fine and good . Forgetting what you fundamentally are , but more importantly – who your customers are , not a good thing . If you want to be bigger than just sending files , fine . Create that part , then brand that , do n ’ t try to rebrand what you already established and built a trust in . Do n ’ t believe me ? Compare your customer numbers from yesterday to a week from now ! The name ? Anybody over the age of 40 , and with a basic education in English , would have understood the meaning of the word , and the associations it would conjure up . Did you ever consider how your customers actually use your product , or how their customers perceive them , when they receive something sent to them , using this product ? It is us , your clients , that built this brand name for you . We are the ones that told our clients that this the product we trusted to send our files with . So now all of a sudden , the burden again falls on us to try to explain why the company changed name because of some undefined fantasy of being something else in the future ? Success often breeds arrogance and lack of ability to remember who you are , and what your clients are paying you to do . There is a hidden meaning to the line above H , look closely & you might catch it ! Gerard Wills What a huge risk , changing your well known helpful and descriptive name to a name that has negative connotations ( fleeing . . running away ) . However , YouSendIt is probably a limiting name if you want to expand the philosophy of your business from just sending files . I was intrigued by the comment I received on my introductory where it said “ This message was sent to you because you opted - in to receive Hightail product news and special offers . ” Wow . . now we have prescient , mind altering opt - in techniques for new products I never knew existed . Hope the marketing b . .s is worth it . terry Hightail = A really good hipster creative agency selling CEOs on a concept they loved . This new brand will date , hopefully they service gets better because yousendit was great . Day New - CEO - takes - over syndrome in full effect . “ We ’ ve been planning , preparing , designing and developing ” but none of the apps have been updated and most of the site is still under the old banner . Regardless of the poor connotations of the word Hightail this seems like the rollout has been rushed . Still good luck , i love YouSendIt . Mike , Cartographer Extraodinaire I loved “ youSendIt ” , and am now looking forward to building a whole new business relationship with “ Hightail ” . Your new business concept is really exciting . I ’ m on board all the way ! Cheers Mike from Oz ! Sethuram Subramaniam Wishing the very best on this new brand identity for Hightail ! Yousendit as an organization and brand had established a very successful customer base with all the commitment and perseverance from every employee of this organization . I am confident this new identity will only help in further fueling the success in the corporate world for Hightail and enable the organization to reach far greater heights . Good luck ! Bob O ’ Hara As others have already said , “ Hightail ” is not commonly used in the UK and the name feels crass and awkward . UK also has the experience of another new CEO who took over a postal / shipping company with a good brand name in Royal Mail and changed the name to Consignia – how inept could that be ? It did not last long and the company is again trading as Royal Mail . Jcpacha Huge mistake . You send it did exactly that . Send it . I exclusively used you send it for music transfer but this new name is misleading and confusing . Number one rule is business . DO NOT FIX WHAT IS NOT BROKEN . We shall see but I will also look at other services . This just does n ’ t sit well and what a stupid name coming from an established brand and household name for file transfer and sharing . Live and learn . My gut says you ’ ll learn the hard way but we A . Adams There was / is nothing wrong with the name YouSendIt . Truth be told … YouSendIt was / is very relevant to what we use the service for which is to send files of various formats . What does the name Hightail have to do with the nature of the service ? brock The hidden meaning of the line above the H ? Is it that the negative space creates the letter T ? Therefore a HT ? Wow , you must have been taking notes while you were being hoodwinked by the marketing ‘ gurus ’ that sold you this epic disappointment . Hoodwinked . Now that ’ s a good name . Let me ‘ hoodwink ’ that file to you . Troy Bellchambers Oh no ! . .my animation company is called Monkeystack . .half this list is going to ‘ literally ’ assume that we stack monkeys . . I think the ‘ describes what you do . . ’ comments are misguided . Ambiguity gives you scope . Samsung . .is that a guy called Sam that finished a song ? … so confusing … . mmmikey No need to rehash what has been said by more others than I felt the desire to count . From an end - user perspective , this move makes as much sense as new Coke and the rebranding of Northwest Airlines , who have the unique honor of no longer having the greatest logo ever created . I ’ ll keep using your service from time to time … until I get tired of having to explain what “ Hightail ” is . I ’ m guessing that will be about twice . Strange … I never had to do that with YouSendIt . Not once . Funny how that works . Jude Well done . I ’ ve always appreciated how easy YouSendIt has made my life . Now , it seems you ’ ve added an almost ( dare I say it ) spiritual dimension to your operations , which I appreciated . All the best ! Ian I have been introducing people to Yousendit for years as a good reliable ftp service with ( I suspect ) many people not using more than the secure file transfer capability . “ Yousendit ” described just that . I will feel a bit odd trying to describe a trustworthy and secure ftp facility as “ hightail ” . What I immediately imagined was an animal ( cat , deer ) walking along , with its tail in the air – and what is therefore immediately obvious ? Good luck with your personal ambitions , but I ’ m not sure Hightail is what the world needs now . Regardless I will persevere and judge on the ftp service , particularly security and pricing . Benny David I just canceled my paid account . That ’ s how terrible this rebrand is . I ca n ’ t send a client a “ hightail . ” How embarrassing ! You should fire whomever sold you on this awful idea . I ’ ll move my business over to dropbox . Too bad . I loved your service . John MacPherson Allan Congrats on the new name ! I ’ ve used yousendit since 2006 and love the product I am a musician / songwriter I send songs parts all over the world with yousendit the new name sounds great ! Keri Yes I agree with many of the other posts . I am not sure you NEEDED to change the name or branding . Yousendit says it all . And you have created a well known , respected and trusted profile under the original banner of Yousendit . I would assume with the name change will come new services . I would have preferred your video to detail what new things I can expect from your newly named site . For me … .I will probably still call it Yousendit … .I ’ m just too used to it . Best of luck with it all … but did you really need to do this . When something is working well … … . .why fix it ? Marti Krane You have me thoroughly confused – I have a YouSendIt account . But you are no longer YouSendIt . But when I click your link that says JOIN HIGHTAIL it opens to YouSendIt . Could your launch be a little more clear ? A Branding Genuis / Guru once told me : “ A confused mind says “ no . ” Terrie Yuk . I do n ’ t like it . I do n ’ t even like the colors you are using . Dr Bill Laing What rubbish ! It does nothing for me and my business except confuse my clients and me , until you explain the benefit which offsets this significant cost . The obvious question which you did n ’ t answer in your “ shiny ” intro is “ Will I need to change anything in my system , which works quote OK ? ” Genuine logical people do n ’ t give a hoot about shininess or branding – we just need something simple that works . Gen Y rubbish ! Joe Podosky Why ? Ellen Anxious to see what lies ahead . I love You Send It . We should “ embrace change ” , as it is inevitible . Good luck and I hope it ’ s even better than You Send It Steven HIGHTAIL ! Really … … To tell you the truth HIGHTAIL do n ’ t make any sense at all even it mean “ moving fast ” did your people get this word in the dictionary ? yousendit is already a very good branding and it make sense it describe what it does . Comment on the logo HOSPITAL Stop ? or a Helli - pad ? maybe a security company ? The logo is strong but it does say anything about your company . Hoping the money you guys spent is worth - it . Video waist of time … did n ’ t excite me at all , even the cast in the video looks uneasy with the brand name changes . This will be a big challenge for you guys to get this up , hope your marketing strat works . YouSendIt customer Hightail ? I think I need a Cocktail ! You had a presence and a strong market position – a name change ? Why ? Heidi If you have more to offer , offer it . But to rebrand without offering a product or service that is * better * and * different * seems like an empty gesture . YouSendIt had mindshare . Hightail leaves me cold , I just think of “ hightail it outta here . ” Michael , Kingston , Jamaica Congrats but have to agree with a number of the above . The name YouSendIt was far better . It was to the point of what you do and most of all very , very easy for everyone to recall . I ca n ’ t ever remember anyone asking me “ what was the name of the site again ” . I had an uncle who had an expression I have never forgotten , “ leave well enough alone ” similar to “ if it is not broken do n ’ t fix it ” . I can only I think the post by Peter indicates that your whole marketing department involved in the renaming should resign . His post : “ Oh dear . Hi - Tail means , “ Verb . high - tail – retreat at full speed ; “ The actress high - tailed to her villa when reporters began to follow her to the restaurant ” flee , take flight , fly – run away quickly ; “ He threw down his gun and fled ” … ” . Hell I ca n ’ t remember it even now and I just read it at the top of this page … Hi - something . Hightailing ! That ’ s it ! I fear that you might find a fall in your new users rate due to the rebranding but existing users probably wo n ’ t be “ hightailing ” it to another brand unless you ’ re planning on making the same “ rebranding crew ” also work on services too . What do you call a user of your service ? What is the action of using your service called ? Your name oh well … goodbye to “ yousendit ” for me . Diana Why would you change your name from a descriptive and well known name to one that does not describe your business and is unknown ? It would have been nice if your announcement included some useful information , such as what url should I go to , is my log - in still good , are my folders still accessible . You already had my attention but did not use it wisely . I do n ’ t want to have to wait for another email or two to find out if and how one of the tools I use to get my job done has changed . I wish you luck . But please value your customers and their time . Ming I think we really need to see what improvements the new branding really brings in terms of usability , technical capabilities , etc . As long as the new vision / branding brings real value , I ’ m ok with whatever they call it . I do n ’ t really get what Hightail means frankly , but we ’ ll see how it turns out vis - a - vis their new vision . In any case , Apple is not a fruit seller , Creative does not exactly sell creativity ( far from it as it is JacJacJac i dont like this new name , i prefer yousendit , now i will forget Hightail , it just would n ’ t stay in my mind . : ( Karinda I find it strange that you would change the name from YouSendIt ( it made sense ) to Hightail … I associate the word to mean ‘ High - tail it outta there ! ’ … it ’ s a negative term . If you do n ’ t like a situation you ‘ hightail it outta there ’ to get away from it / them . Strange name to choose ! ! Jack Smith New name is very bland . Branding looks ok , but why the hell if you ’ re rebranding , do all the links point to a YouSendit branded website and the homepage of hightail . com is just a landing page letter ? Why not actually launch the redesigned website when you ’ re making this rebranding . as your own video said , you only get one chance . It looks like you are only half changing , by sticking with the yousendit website , maybe you anticipated the reception that the new name is bad and that ’ s why you only went half in , so you could switch back … Taxed One And , I suppose you are going to change the address of my drop box after I just printed a year ’ s worth of business cards . Thanks for nothing ! Changing your name and logo when they were a perfect match for your product — BAD IDEA ! If you have any sense at your organization , you would deep six this plan immediately . Robert Will continue to support you guys even what ever company name you change your brand name . : ) Cheers Cliff Beck A heptagon ? Why a polygon ? Why an H with a roof ? Why ? It makes me crazy . I am a little depressed . I do n ’ t know what to say … “ My files are too large and I ca n ’ t send them by email . I ’ ll be sending them to you by way of HighTail ” . They will say , “ What is that ” , I ’ ll say , “ Just look for the file and down load it from your in box ” , “ Y Wow , so many rude , negative comments on this introductory thread ! Give them a chance to prove themselves before shooting them down in flames ! Do n ’ t like the name ? Fine , but why go on about it on this blog ? Calm down , time will tell if this rebranding is a success or not . Having left a strong negative comment earlier today , and now seeing that many others have followed , I have to admit one thing . I totally respect and admire you for actually publishing so many negative posts . When the “ being reviewed for moderation ” appeared after I finished my earlier comment , I thought for certain I ’ d see some editing . But I did not . You published it as - is . You really do run a first class company and I sincerely hope this all turns out the best for your future . Mohammad AlShawish Great name , Lock & frendly feel jeremy NYC YouSendIt is the only , and i repeat the only file share / send service i have used in the past … five years or more . i like and have liked every thing about it – from the look to the ease of use to the features and services . i have n ’ t once considered using another service and ca n ’ t even remember a time when i might have even thought about using another service . For all things computer related i go to Apple . For tools and appliances , i go to Sears Michael I do n ’ t understand the new name … .the previous name is miuch better and it attracts more customers … . marleen van hilten Good , as long as it is not a tail between the legs but a wagging happy tail , as an older happy user of yousendit , i am ok with the change of name . What ’ s in a name as William S . once said . As long as the service and possibilities are still the same . A new name might ignite a new spirit among those who work for the hightail company . And sometimes , in times of economical crisis , a new spirit might just be the needed thing to continue and find Karen I have always loved using yousendit . com … so easy to use . No change of loyalties for me unless your service deteriorates and I ca n ’ t see any reason why it should . I believe it will only get better . So , good luck . Maggie I agree with so many of the comments already posted . Why change the name ? I have used YouSendIt since I bacame self employed and trusted it completely . Improve , update but to rebrand with a new name is totally confusing and adds hassle when none is needed . Why ? Danny Jenkins What Hightail DO next and the services and products they OFFER will make or break the company , NOT the change in name or brand . If what you offer is excellent – people will come to you . I certainly wo n ’ t be moving to a supplier whose name ‘ says what it does on the tin ’ . I ’ m pretty ambivalent about the Hightail intro video , I think we all have more important things to worry about , but some clearly are n ’ t . Be interesting to see what Hightail will tommy why not have the new name YouSendItBetter , or SendItBetter . Hightail says nothing to me , , & most of your people are high - tailing away , it looks like … I do n ’ t know who did the marketing research for you , but , it does n ’ t seem like the right choice . . I have not used this service but a few times with getting music books . Wish you guys the best , : ) Tommy you ” have ” sendit . . I ’ am always interested in inovative idea ’ s and solutions … . if they are for the better ! . in this case . . i have my doubts … When you have a name that says it all … why change it into something that says nothing , is not even easy to remember … yousendit . . is a service you do not use every day . So when needed it has to pop up in the top of your head as number 1 ! and that is exactly what ” Yousendit ” does ! it pop ’ s up before the competition . Why ? because it just does 100 % what is in the name . with HIGHTAIL … i doubt if i even will remember mike chattaway I have used YOUSENDIT for many years which has been an exceptional service . Do n ’ t understand why you would change a successful brad name but wish you the best of luck and will continue to use the service unless I see a change in service characteristics . My concerns are ; will there be a change in the security of data storage and who will have access to it ? Who will have access to Client databases . gren Middleton Will we have the same service that yousendit provided ? It is not clear from what is said on the video Nitin Maurya I agree with most of the earlier comments . Yousendit was a name almost synonymous with sending big files online . I do not know after so many years and with an established brand , why the ‘ Tail ’ had to be held ‘ High ’ . All that can be said just now is ‘ Best of Luck ’ ! Nicknick Something very simple needs to be explained with a lot marketing blahblah only a few will read ( ! ) and understand … therefore it ’ s not simple anymore . While it makes sense changing the name , the name itself is at least highly questionable . It ’ s All In The Name Will we still be able to use the yousendit . com addresses for our clients / customers ? I am sure you will still retain possession of the yousendit . com domain name . Microsoft rebranded their web mail service ( several times ) , but their customers can still use their existing Hotmail . com and live . com addresses even though they have rebranded to Outlook . com . Should n ’ t YouSendIt / Hightail do the same thing ? Mike , There will not be a change in the security of data storage and who has access to it . You can get more information on our community http : / / bit . ly / 12imoUb . Thanks Wendy Rubin I also do n ’ t understand why you changed the name . Your new logo looks to me like a stop sign … . .I personally liked the You Send It logo better . Jim Stauffer Hightail – reminds me of a cheap Australian wine . Not really impressed with the name change , but will allow continued good service be the decider in whether to continue paying for the service . Marleen , Appreciate the comment . There will be updates to current apps ( new branding of course and some product updates ) . You can get all the information you need from our FAQs http : / / bit . ly / 12imoUb Yes . You will still be able to send large files , share folders , electronically sign documents and store your content in the cloud . We will also still have our iPhone , iPad , Android , and Windows apps . Your YouSendIt Dropbox URL will continue to work , you do not need to change your business cards . You can get more information or ask specific questions to our support team in our community http : / / bit . ly / 13DEma1 The rollout of the new branding will happen over a few weeks , with some product updates . Get full information about the rollout in our community You can get more specifics on our community Zos I agree with a lot of the comments . YouSendIt was a good brand , not too sure about Hightail , but all the best with it . I did lose weight , thanks for noticing ! Delbi I too have been using yousendit for ages . I do n ’ t really see why it is so important to have a name that is nondescript , which just feels like your being trendy . I do n ’ t really care , it just seems strange to change from a name that simply states what you do and who you are to some weird nondescript logo just to be cool . I love your service , and I hope this is n ’ t a ploy to charge more money with this young fresh look . Nancy I do n ’ t get the name change . I ’ ve been paying and using you send it because it was a simple , superior service and I loved the straight forward name . The new name does n ’ t say anything to me . And it ’ s certainly not more memorable . Hope the service does n ’ t change in a similar way … Beautiful ! Beautifully done video . I especially like the muted color scheme . Nicely done ! Hugh Cowart What ’ s in a name ? I do n ’ t care what you call it as long as you continue to provide the service that I pay for . Pat Will the free Lite Account still exist ? Yes it will . We will still offer a free service . CHUCK Nice logo . Who is your design firm ? Just curious … Lisa Denham This is great but why ca n ’ t I log on to either site ? I have files I need to download ASAP . The download links are bringing up a blank screen . Thanks ! We made the logo in house . The issue has since been resolved . The old site was not redirecting properly this morning . For future issues you can get answers to all of our questions at our community – http : / / learn . hightail . com Peter Buxton Is my YouSendIt dropbox address still valid , or do I have to change it to Hightail ? No need to change it , your YouSendIt Dropbox address will still be valid . Robin People are so funny . Their business name is not up for a vote and classic how people HATE change , even if just a name . Your brand name should tell what you do . rob halkes ( @ rohal ) Great to be innovative ! ! I guess the “ descriptive ” name of “ Yousendit ” was right for what you did , but when you have more ambitions , it is good to change logo and name . I find “ Hightail ” promising . However , I did not get , as yet , a good insight into WHAT you want to go doing . Still because of your enthusiastic presentation I expect a lot of it . Do n ’ t disappoint me now and inform me : - ) Christy Ann I like the new change . I ’ m a graphic designer and I can see why some do n ’ t welcome the change . Why change something they were fine with . However from the business standpoint it makes perfect sense . I love the new look ! It ’ s innovative and moving forward with technology . You just do n ’ t “ sendit ” you are more than that . Great , wonderfully done video ! Dave Here ’ s hoping that the service remains excellent . But my confidence that it will is wobbly given this demonstration that your leadership makes changes that are distractions from your core service . Here ’ s hoping that “ Hightail ” remains a useful service . By the way : I really like the “ Hightop ” mark and your creative director ’ s explanation of it . Philip Does the annual subscription that we paid YouSendIt remain the same under HighTail ? Yes your subscription will remain the same . Chris Conerly Hi guys . Your rebrand is fun to watch , good luck . I have some feedback . First , there is nowhere I can find that I can send you feedback without it being listed as a post . In this case it ’ s like declaring at a crowded dinner table that the person across from you has spinach in her teeth : There is a typo in the header of your dentist rapper show – “ Filed of View ” , which I assume is supposed to be “ Field ” . Small detail , but important Wow . You just got lost in the galaxy of trendy , over - thought , non - referential “ brands . ” Hightail is something animals do when they ’ re scared . Love your product . I ’ m 53 . It ’ s the one I remember . Janet Denny We are having trouble logging into You Send It today , is there now a new page to log into or should our old links and passwords still work ? Old links and passwords should work . But if you are still experiencing issues please go to our community to get help @ http : / / learn . hightail . com / Vini Marques I get it . You ’ re changing the name to reflect your new ambitions of going from just sending files to full - circle cloud - based work collaborating . I ’ m just not convinced it ’ s the right strategy . You ’ re distancing yourselves from your core service with a highly accepted USP — “ where I go to send files ” — and moving into a murky environment already saturated with Dropbox and Google Drive . Good luck with that . The new branding does look cool , though . ; - ) Ramesh Kaul This seems to be a typical case of some new person taking over and doing a name change for the sake of doing it . The new name does nothing to me frankly . It is a very bad decision to change the name which had become synonymous with every professional in advertising and designing world as well as all other industries . Many a brand names have been ruined in such a manner by the whims of some new person taking over the Company or the biased decision of the marketing professional head . Sorry ZERO marks for this change . I feel sad . I HATE BEING TRICKED ! open a page , to Hello Its not this anymore its this after you give them all your info . GRRRR . Anne Name is a challenge , when I recommend to friends . .I can not remember the name and suggest they search for yousendit ! Cip Hi , I am an italian former Yousendit user . I was so happy with Yousendit . Simple , clear , clean , quick . I often invited friends and collegues to make an account and we used it for work since years . The best thing was that it was NOT dropbox . Now Hightail makes it a lot confusing . I stopped to invite friends . I dont know if the new name says something to english people , but for us is meaningless and we even have spelling problems . I ca n ’ t remember it Like several others , I also had problems with your change over . then I had problems signing on as expressed by others . I considered cancelling your service but realized I had already paid in advance for a year . You need to provide update instructions for Outlook365 . I can no longer get outlook to automatically use yousendit when needed for larger messages . Do you have a fix for this ? Are you compatible with Office 365 ? Everyone in our office calls it yousendit still and will continue to do so . We have started using we transfer a bit as some people upstairs thought yousendit was finished … . why change the name , someone take it with them , own the rights when they left ? Chris I do n ’ t particularly care one way or another about the company name or branding . What I do care about is that — ever since the rebrand — sending files to clients is a crapshoot . Upload the file , create and test a link … it works . Send the file … . link is invalid . Check the file again : link might be valid , or might not . The only advice from customer service has been “ we are aware of the problem . keep trying the link . it MIGHT work . ” … . . which is unfortunately something you ca n ’ t say to a high priority client . Teresa 5 years ago I agree with Chris ’ posed on the 16th . With you send it I never had an issue . Now the two times I used it this week it did n ’ t work . javier 5 years ago I am not usually a naysayer , but your name change is a fail in my book . Hightail is not memorable at all and I still struggle to remember it . YouSendit was easy to recall and made sense . Dumb move that killed your brand equity . Baruch Seems like a wrong business decision . Now it sounds chineese . Jeb Stuart Will somebody PLEASE tell me how to pin this new program ot my task bar ? ? ? ? ? ? Why does High tail keep it such a big secret ? ? ? ? Jeb Stuart Hey whatever happened to “ if it ai n ’ t broke do n ’ t fix it ” ? Had You send it for two years absolutely NO problem now … ca n ’ t pin it to task bar and ca n ’ t send a damn thing what is it with you people ? Are you morons or what ? Everything was working fine then you up and change it . .look at the comments of your customers you are ignoring us … you guys should run for Congress they do the same thing ignore us . Nancy Creighton Several problems in my view : 1 ) I ’ m deaf and the video is n ’ t captioned , so I do n ’ t know what they are saying about the changes . 2 ) To me , Hightail is a word with negative connotations : “ You better hightail it outta town ! ” 3 ) How do you have a “ long ” H ? That long vowel symbol is above the H ! ? ! Does that dash mean something else , or is it just decorative ? 4 ) I have n ’ Hightail is buggy and annoying so closing my yousenditaccount . Bye Bye Brad Stephen Have to say I agree with the sentiments here . I can only assume the financial viability of the business was an issue longer term or why else would they have embarked upon this ? Do n ’ t like the new name nor the interface and yes I have found it buggy as well . We paid for a 12 month subscription which I am glad we used the service a lot early on because I doubt we ’ ll keep using it . Sourcing replacement services now as I simply do n ’ t trust where this is going and we need a system we can rely on . Stephen Branley It would seem that no one takes any notice of past attempts to rebrand . This year Flickr changed its entire site without consulting the paying client , i.e. us . Then Photo Express did the same thing , both resulted in inferior sites and a mass exodus . The phrase , ‘ if it is n ’ t broken , do n ’ t fix it ’ , is one that CEO ’ s should have implanted in their brain . Reading the comments above I now have no faith in the ability of ‘ Hightail ’ to send a large , hi - res file to my client and will be ‘ hightailing it ’ elsewhere else . Ralf Weiser Hi folks ; Why on Earth did you change the name from YouSendIt ? Hightail ? Really ? I do not get it . That is a marketing no - no if I have seen one : brand congruence and stability once you have a tribe following you is omni important . I also do not get how so much critical feedback goes unaddressed . Not sure about this at all , but I will give the free file share a try and see if this is as buggy as some of the folks reported here . The Print Craftsman I too am very disappointed with the new interface . Luckily for me I did n ’ t delete the old desktop client at home . It still works . Not sure for how much longer but for now it still works . At work they deleted the old “ YouSendIt ” client and replaced it with the new “ Hot Folder ” WTF ? I ca n ’ t just drag a folder of files to the client and “ Send It ” to a clients email address leaving it to zip and upload the files while I go Daniel Dear yousendit , Why is a basic sending paid ? With Dropbox I can still send stuff for free ? Respect better service and business models online , but this really turned me off . Kathy Swimming against the tide , but I like the new name and look . It makes sense for a broader scope of products . And it ’ s hipper : ) … bugs will be worked out with a bit of time . KC Oh dear . Such a shame . I relied on yousendit and did n ’ t have a single problem in years . Hightail is full of bugs and I am , I ’ m afraid , switching to ShareFile via WE Transfer . I think you ’ ve shot yourself in the foot by messing about where it was n ’ t needed , Brad , but best of luck . Clément Hi Brad , Just saw that change . I really do n ’ t care about the name . But if it just a rebranding , why I should have to create a new account ? I logged in with my Yousendit account and have to create a new access ? Sorry , I ’ ll go somewhere else … mark Hightail is a stupid name it why changed your brand that worked for years that thousands of people recoknized . its realy a bummer it seem to take so much longer to upload files , dont like the new user app , im going to keep using the old one Philip Brookes Sorry guys – have to agree with the rest of the comments here . I think the general consensus is an overwhelming rejection of the new direction . I think you ’ d do well to consider reintroducing ‘ Coke Classic ’ . Fred Schaaf I used to send on Yousendit 6 heavy files to my clients overnight ; now it takes one file 26 hours ? I ca n ’ t stay in business this way . Tomorrow I have to send five overnights to some pissed - off clients who were expecting their files two days ago . Go back to where you were while I try to find a site half as good as Yousendit was . I may check back in a month to see if anythig has changed . Seeya John Howell Something has changed with the speed of your service , it is now taking forever to upload large files , and we are on 100mb fiber so I know the issue is on your side . Have you implemented some type of tiering plan that only allows the people on the Enterprise plan to have the faster speed that everyone used to have ? The Enterprise plan touts “ Faster uploads and downloads available ” so I ’ m guessing that means all the other plans are now “ Slower uploads and downloads ” . Also , I have a real hard time with the name change . YouSendIt made perfect sense to me , Hightail just sounds stupid and I will never refer to your service by the new name . It just causes consumer confusion . From a marketing standpoint this change was really stupid . Charlie having read most of these comments after being confused by not finding YouSendIt I ’ m not even prepared to try the new version . Sounds hopeless . Galinjo What is “ thrilling ” for me is that after the warm ( and conventional ) welcoming of Brad , the CEO , absolutely every single post is indeed a complaint and after 24 of them before of me they do n ’ t lower themselves to appear giving some kind of explanations . I absolutely agree with all the precedent statements and do n ’ t understand why any financial or company changes should affect a service that was working fine for all of us … William Maurer It would be terribly distrurbing to me to have that many people comment about how poorly my new company is doing . And I thought I was a subscriber to yousendit . Do I have to resubscribe to Hightail ? Do n ’ t think my year is up until Spring 2014 . Greta Grigorian I ’ ve just tried sending out a document 3 times , very highly labor intensive . All 3 times it was a huge fail ! Tried contacting tech help to no avail . Got a lame email saying that I may be contacted within 12 hours , are you kidding me ? Have you heard of the term deadline ? Why did n ’ t you leave the system alone ? It was working just fine . Hate You , and I think that I will hightail right out of my account . Eric D . My account does n ’ t work anymore , says it ’ s “ invalid ” . I paid in advance for a year . Lame . Bye bye hightail . Monica Narula ALL my data online has gone invalid when i have just paid you 3 months ago for a whole year . HOW DARE YOU . Its straight thievery and considering how much time it takes me to upload everything since bandwidth is abysmal in India , its callous and inconsiderate beyond belief . Paul van Maanen The video looks like they ’ re sending themselves up ! Comments are closed . Culture | [
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http://blog.hignell.com/hoa-management/when-can-an-hoa-board-call-an-executive-session | HOA Management Blog When Can an HOA Board Call an Executive Session ? January 27 , 2017 at 3 : 00 PM / by HOA Manager As a member of an HOA board you have many responsibilities . One of the most important and least understood by many Board members is the Executive Session . A good understanding of this matter may save headaches in the long run and keep the Board out of thorny situations . The Purpose of an Executive Session Executive Sessions are generally provided by statute so an HOA board can take up privileged information and private matters . Homeowner ' s association members do not have a right to attend these sessions unless they are to be part of the proceedings being discussed , such as being part of a disciplinary action or personnel matter . Matters taken up in Executive Session are fairly limited and spelled out for the Board . It ' s essential for the HOA board to follow all Association rules and regulations along with legal statute to keep from raising concerns . These meetings have to be somewhat transparent , in that they must be noticed at least two days in advance with a general agenda stating what will be discussed . For example : “ Discuss contract matters . " When an HOA board meets in an Executive Session As noted before , the reasons an HOA board can call for an Executive Session are very specific . They are listed below : Legal issues - - Matters such as attorney - client privilege , pending litigation and settlement strategies may be discussed in this session . The Board ’ s attorney does not have to be present in any way during the meeting . Contracts - - An HOA board may go into Executive Session to discuss contracts with third - parties . Disciplinary actions - - Any actions taken against employees and Association members for disciplinary reasons should be done in Executive Session . The employee or member has a right to be present at that part of the meeting only . Personnel matters - - Issues regarding employees are taken up in these sessions also . These matters might include , but are not limited to : hiring , firing , raises , discipline and performance reviews . Assessments - - If an Association member is delinquent in paying their assessments the Board should take up the matter of a repayment plan in an Executive Session . Foreclosure - - This extreme step may be one of the most critical an HOA board has to make . This decision can only be made by the Board and not an agent working with and for the Board . Any decision has to be approved by a majority of the group . How a Board can meet in Executive Sessions The HOA board may meet in certain manners for a session . They are : In person - - The Board meets at a physical location to discuss issues . Telephone \ Video - - Members of the Board may meet by phone or video such as a teleconference . In rare instances and / or emergency cases , one of the following may possibly be allowed : E - mail - - E - mail meetings are generally prohibited but may be valid for emergency issues . Consent - - " Unanimous written consent " may be used for certain actions without a meeting . Who attends an Executive Session The list of who can attend an Executive Session follows : Board members Managers Recording personnel Attorneys for the Association Members subject to action and their witnesses ( but only for the part of the session that applies to them ) Others who the Board invites when necessary ( such as vendors to discuss business ) Do n ' t Forget to Document The Executive Session is such a weighty matter that it ' s governed by some specific rules and regulations . As an HOA board member know all these stipulations and avoid troubles later on . For example : Minutes need to be taken - - just as in a regular Board meeting , a brief description of what was addressed in the executive session needs to be entered into the minutes of the next open Board meeting . Executive session minutes are private - - members do not have a right to request or see them . Any HOA board member has a huge responsibility when it comes to Executive Sessions . Important matters are taken up at these meetings and it ' s best for you to understand fully your rights and duties as a Board member . Topics : HOA Board | [
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http://blog.hobbycraft.co.uk/how-to-make-pom-pom-cushions/ | How to Make Pom Pom Cushions I absolutely love pom poms , and since discovering the Clover Pom Pom Maker I ’ ve not stopped making them ! The nifty little gadget makes it so much quicker making poms that you ’ ll have the sixteen needed to make these pom pom cushions done in no time ! The great thing with making pom poms is that you do n ’ t need to use an expensive wool / yarn to make beautiful poms , I used wool / yarn from the Women ’ s Institute Premium Acrylic range , and the large ball sizes meant that I had plenty of wool left over for other projects Skill level : Beginner to intermediate Allow : Around three hours The following is for making an 18 - inch cushion cover . You Will Need Craft Essentials How to Make Shop the project Shop online to order everything you need to complete this project . Pom pom maker > > Yarn pack > > Janome 2032 > > Cushion insert > > Fat quarters > > Add to Basket Shop Sewing What do you think of this post ? 4 2 Comments and Discussion | [
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http://blog.hwtm.com/2012/06/black-and-white-coco-chanel-party-dessert-table/ | Coco Chanel Inspired Dessert Table { 30th Birthday } Quick Jump To » Vendor Credits | Comments Oh , Sugar ! Events baked , designed , styled , photographed and worked their skills in every direction for this fabulous black & white Coco Chanel Inspired Dessert Table ! Taking a cue from Chanel ’ s classic design style , this 30th birthday is timeless and chic , and would also translate beautifully to a Coco Chanel inspired bridal shower PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out for : Gorgeous 3 - tier cake topped with a Chanel No . 5 cookie perfume bottle “ Quilted Fabric ” cookies inspired by Chanel ’ s famous handbags ! A wrought iron dress maker ’ s dummy draped with pearls Red velvet cupcakes topped with Chanel ’ s signature white camellia flowers PARTY DETAILS , as told by Angela THEME Black and white and super chic ; our Coco Chanel inspired dessert table we set up for our client Carmen ’ s 30th birthday party . Carmen is in the fashion industry and is a huge Chanel fan , so she decided to treat herself for the big 3 - 0 and throw herself a Chanel inspired bash . We were thrilled to get the chance to flex our creative muscles working with the limited palette of black and white and just pearls , those classic double C insignias and Coco ’ s signature camellia flower for inspiration . DECORATIONS We lucked out that our client ’ s party room just happened to have a fabulous graphic black and white wall to use as a back drop . Too perfect . Desserts were displayed on all white platters and cake stands , which were set on top of our tailored black quilted fabric , used to mimic those famous Chanel handbags . We also used fashion - inspired props like a black wrought iron dressmaker ’ s dummy dripping in pearls and a wire hat stand with a gorgeous black and white cloche . A banner with “ Chanel No FOOD We had fun coming up with lots of different treats in black and white . Most notable is the centerpiece of our table – our 3 tiered birthday cake with alternating layers of chocolate and vanilla covered in royal icing camellia and double C appliques and topped with a Chanel Number 5 cookie perfume bottle . We had trays of quilted sugar cookies and chocolate covered Oreos also with those signature double C ’ s , our tribute to Coco Chanel with a platter full of individually wrapped Coco Krispie Treats , a mini triple layer red velvet cake covered P.S. Love this theme ? Check out this gorgeous soft pink & gray Coco Chanel Baby Shower for more inspiration ! All goodies , photography , design & styling : Oh , Sugar ! Events By jenn s . | June 4th , 2012 Adult Birthday Bridal Showers Theme Parties Share This Story , Choose Your Platform ! About the Author : jenn s . Jennifer Sbranti is the founder of Hostess with the Mostess ® , a creative living and party planning resource established in 2006 . She lives in Northern California with her husband , Sonny , and daughters Macy ( 8 ) and Rylie ( 6 ) . Sbranti ’ s work has been featured in media outlets such as Good Morning America , The Today Show , Real Simple , People , InStyle Weddings , and Extra ! TV . She has designed creative content and unique live events for several well - respected brands , including Mattel , Coca - Comments are closed . | [
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http://blog.instagram.com/post/17674993957/instagram-tips-using-hashtags | Instagram Tips : Using Hashtags 257 notes February 15 , 2012 Instagram Tips is a series that features Instagram - related pro - tips for both novice and expert users alike ! Check out the Support Center , help . instagram . com , for more tips & help for Instagram , including basic information on how to use # hashtags Adding tags to your photos is a great way to find new followers and share your photos with more people . But hashtags can be tricky . To get the most out of them , you ’ ll want to keep a few things in mind . We ’ ll use this photo of a beautiful 1966 Volkswagen van as an example ! Be Specific Choosing specific tags will help you connect with other like - minded people on Instagram . For this photo , instead of using the tag # van , we could use # vwvan . The photo will be added to that highly targeted tag page , where other Volkswagen lovers will be able to find the photo more easily ( without sifting through photos of Toyota Siennas and Chevy Astros ) . Be Relevant Make it easy for other like - minded Instagrammers to find you by making sure your tags describe your photo . Using very general tags like # photo might get you a few likes , but with over 700,000 photos tagged # photo , it is n ’ t the best way to make your photos stand out and connect with the people most like you . Relevant tags will help you attract new followers who will take a genuine interest in your photos and continue liking and commenting on your photos over time . For the photo above , Be Observant Pay attention to the other hashtags used on photos that use the same tag as yours . You may discover a popular hashtag you had n ’ t thought of on your own . For example , on photos tagged # volkswagen , we can see that many of those photos also use the tag # vw . When you do a search for those tags , you ’ ll find out that Instagrammers use # vw to describe their Volkswagen photos more than twice as often as they use # volkswagen ! After tagging the photo with relevant and specific tags , you may also find that people sharing photos similar to yours are using even more specialized tags that you had n ’ t thought of originally . For our photo , we found that photos tagged # vw and # vwvan also use # vwbus . Do you have any tips for tagging your photos ? Reblog this and let us know in the comments ! The photo at the top of this post was taken by jameswagner Instagram Tips tips 257 notes luckypeachfire liked this sweetlifebelu310 liked this hojohnny123 electronicdiplomatpaperbailiff sexualesexshop meacc mavikantarongaye - blog mavikantarongaye - blog said : Hi , i have a problem with the hashtags for nearly 2 weeks that i can not find my pics under the # tags . More than 10 # tags im using , but when i click any of them , there is non of my pics . I wrote yo the help center of insta , they didnt reply , im so angry , is there any tricks that i can do to fix this unwanted error ? Thanks . . tintiteenz gaylifebb tragicsinnamon mcfrankauthor mascarenehigh robbev89 hellosocialchameleons reblogged this from instagram sharecopianew music - is - beautiful ric - chang reblogged this from instagram and added : Now I finally got it . tweetarchivist melimaturino coteybucket siguiendoruedas suujessicayoung - blog thxrsdxy sgmaer alghadouni madeawkd - blog instagramerslondon alghadouni and added : Raheeeb # تسويق_انستقرام alinate mytager Best way to choose tags - MyTager App : ) ( app store , web - mytager . com unlikelymilkshakestudent - blog hexeosis n3ts0n princessfruitfly laurafynn8 colahoff jmaquino riipeplum kevinhog likelylouis ka - mei discret - incognito nawafmedia ellygeh nminhtrang posted this Show more notes | [
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http://blog.jgc.org/2010/06/how-to-sleep-on-long-haul-flight.html | Monday , June 07 , 2010 How to sleep on a long haul flight To the annoyance of people around me I have no trouble sleeping on long haul flights . And I do n ' t take any fancy medication to do so . Having traveled a lot I ' ve come to the conclusion that sleeping on a plane is a matter of attitude and a little preparation . This post is not for people who travel business or first class . It ' s for the average stiff who , like me , travels hundreds of thousands of miles in economy class . First the gear . I put this here because everyone thinks that buying stuff is the vital element . This is n ' t actually true , the important bit is mental , but buying stuff might be a salve that ' ll make you work on the mental stuff later . To create the conditions suitable for sleep you need : quiet , darkness , comfort and warmth . These are all hard things to come by on a jet , but much can be done do get close to good conditions . Quiet This is cheap and expensive : I use ear plugs plus noise canceling headphones . Even with good quality ear plugs the noise canceling headphones will cut out sounds ( particularly hissing sounds ) . I typically use silicone ear plugs because they mould to your ear shape and then I wear Bose QuietComfort 3 headphones . I ' m not recommending specific brands though , just get good quality ear plugs and good quality headphones . With those on and in you ' ve got quiet . Darkness Avoid the free blindfold that ' s given to passengers in economy class . They are usually ill fitting and uncomfortable with tiny elastic straps . Just buy a good blindfold which is wide enough to cover your eyes completely ( including round the side of your head and above your eyebrows ) , that fits snugly around the nose ( best if there is material that flaps down along the nose to keep out light ) and has a wide , adjustable strap . Such as these Also make sure that the blindfold really cuts light : test it by shining a torch in your eyes while wearing it . Now you have dark . Comfort Get a neck pillow . I fly with one sewn by a member of my family , but you can just go buy one . I avoid the inflatable ones because they tend to be uncomfortable . It ' s worth the carry on space to have a good neck pillow ( and they squash easily ) . Wear it ' backwards ' ( i.e. with the slot pointing backwards so that your head can flop forward onto it . You ' ll still be able to lean sideways onto it to rest your head , but when you are asleep your head will move forward without you realizing . Warmth I usually find that the blanket given by the airline is enough to keep me warm on a flight . If the flight is empty I ' ll steal a second one . One goes around by stomach , chest , legs with the seat belt fastened on the outside so that you will not be awakened by a flight attendant checking the belt . The other goes around by shoulders to keep my back and upper arms warm . It ' s very important to keep your feet warm , but do n ' t do it with your shoes on . To sleep comfortably you need to loosen your clothes . I loosen collar , cuffs and waist ( undoing my belt and lowering my fly : looks odd to you , but it ' s under a blanket so no one else need to know ) and I remove my shoes and socks . To keep my feet warm I travel with a pair of sport socks that are two sizes too big for me . These slip on easily , do n ' t constrict my ankles , and keep me warm . The Seat You want the best seat available : that means avoiding people walking over you ( so you need a window seat ) , with lots of leg room ( a bulkhead or exit row ) , that reclines ( some seats on some aircraft have limited recline ) . Since you can choose your seat with most airlines online ( often weeks in advance ) do so . To find out which seats are best use SeatGuru . SeatGuru has seat maps for all the airlines showing which seats are good or bad . I recently flew from San Francisco to London on British Airways and used SeatGuru to choose seat 29A ( here ' s the seat map ) . 29A is an exit row seat with a half row of seats in front of it . Your legs stick out further even than a bulkhead seat . It reclines normally and is by the window . Get in the Zone The rule of sleeping on a plane is that that is all you do . You do not eat , you do not read , you do not watch a movie , you do not think about the time : you do nothing but sleep . If you need to eat , do it at the airport before you board . You are not going to waste time waiting for the onboard meal when you could be sleeping . I prefer to eat at the airport and have a single drink ( such as a beer ) . Do not drink anything caffeinated . I avoid caffeine for about four hours before each flight . Then I ' ll wait at the gate . Once onboard immediately use the toilet to avoid needing to go a little later ( also the toilets are at their cleanest Then sit down and prepare to sleep by getting out all the gear above . After take off recline the seat and prepare to sleep . Tell the person sitting next to you that you are going to sleep and do not need waking up for meals ( at least once a helpful person has woken me for a meal I did n ' t want ) , tell the crew that you do not want any food now or before landing ( you can always change your mind about the latter if you are awake when breakfast is served Do not think about the time . Last week when leaving San Francisco it was about 1730 which is much too early to sleep ( think that and you ' ll stress yourself thinking you ca n ' t go to sleep yet ) , in the UK it was 0130 which is much too late to go to sleep ( think that and you ' ll stress yourself thinking of sleep you ' ve missed ) . But the flight was over ten hours . The right thing to think is : oh , 10 hours of sleep , Of course , relaxing is hard , but I find that something simple like alternate nostril breathing works wonders to calm me down . The yogi probably wo n ' t tell you but the beer also helps . PS It ' s important to know how to unblock your ears because blocked ears can be painful . Here ' s a good description Posted by John Graham - Cumming at 09 : 10 Email This BlogThis ! Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest Labels : pseudo - randomness 26 comments : Toddles said . . . absolutely ! ! Great advice . Had n ' t seen a pillow used backwards before . I ' ll try in next flight . Going to sent this to a special someone looking forward to a long haul flight soon . 12 : 15 PM Andrew said . . . These are good tips , but my number one tip for sleeping long haul is to wear something super comfortable on the flight . I have a pair of baggy tracksuit bottoms and long - sleeve t - shirt , that roll down into nothing , which I change into in the departure lounge or on the plane . With a pair of thick warm socks it makes the world of difference . I love watching people on the SFO - > LHR flight who dress like they ' re on the way to an evening in a cocktail bar . They invariably end up looking disheveled and grumpy by the time we arrive . 2 : 49 PM The Bald Guy I agree with Andrew totally . Thanks for the tips buddy . 3 : 19 PM Guillaume Interesting . I am myself a power - sleeper on planes to the amazement of most other passengers . A few different advices : eat in the plane but do n ' t do it the usual way . I always request vegetarian meal ( special meal request ) . 1 ) you have a light meal ( and easy digestion ) 2 ) you are served first and foremost Agree with the movie comment . Do not start using the entertainment system ! 5 : 36 PM Seth Dickens No way , not only are you my best friend Julian ' s cousin , not only did you organise that whole campaign to get Alan Turing an official apology , but most importantly you also just got linked to from LifeHacker ( okay perhaps least importantly really ) . Way to go John ! Thanks for the tips , too - must admit I have resorted to Valium on more than one occasion , I ' ll have to give these healthier tips a try ! Seth 10 : 14 PM Anonymous said . . . Great tips , but for socks " airline socks " keep your feet warm and keep your legs from swelling . I do n ' t necessarily have them on from the time I leave my house ( you are supposed to have them on 1 hour before you fly ) , but I make sure I ' m wearing shoes that I can easily slip off an on in my seat . . .usually Birkenstocks because of the amount of walking involved in flying . 11 : 02 PM Michael You forgot to mention there ' s no need to have the noise - cancelling headphones hooked up to an input source . They work just as well at reducing noise whether you ' ve got music ( or comedy , or an audio book , etc , etc ) coming through them or not . It ' s also a wise idea to purchase , and wear , a set of headphones well in advance of your planned trip . Ten minutes into the flight is not the right time to put them on your head for the first time . Find a pair that are comfortable and get used to them long before you board the aircraft , otherwise you ' re just your wasting time . 11 : 12 PM mobycat I ' d like to know how you managed to choose an exit row ahead of time . EVERY flight I ' ve ever flown has not allowed that row to be assigned until the day of the flight . 11 : 49 PM Susanne What you say makes a lot of sense . My biggest problem falling asleep is being comfortable . I just ca n ' t seem to be comfy sitting upright , I get pain in my lower back . I only manage to sleep when the seat next to me is free , so I can sort of lie down ( which does n ' t happen a lot ) . Any ideas for that ? 1 : 42 AM Amy Great advice ! I use he pillow sideway and tilt my body so that my head wo n ' t fall toward the opening of the " U " . The eye mask and ear plugs are really essential since there are always screaming children and fluorescent lights . Sleepy travels ! 3 : 04 AM art I like to get to sleep as soon as the plane boards . If you ' re flying hundreds of thousands of miles a ) why are you not getting upgraded ? but b ) you ' re likely able to board before everyone else in coach . Cocoon up and get to sleep before the rest of the plane even boards . Alternatively , I like to take advantage of the pressurization effect and use it to knock myself out . I always feel sleepy when they close the door , so I can usually doze off before we even taxi . Of course , with both approaches , you lose the ability to use the noise - cancelling headset , but you can put them around your neck and use them if something nudges you slightly awake during the flight . 4 : 26 AM MargaretG Actually one of the few great things about the long haul flights to New Zealand is that at " night " the crew declare it to be night - time , dim the lights and more or less force everyone to go quiet . I have n ' t seen this done on other airlines - - and it makes an awful lot of sense . 5 : 26 AM Ian Harris Never join the queue to board the plane . Instead , sit back and be the very last person aboard . Often you ' ll find much better seats than yours that are left empty . Sometimes , you ' ll even find a whole row empty that you can take . And if not , well you still have your assigned seat . 11 : 28 AM Jonathan Excellent advise . But what do I do with the 3 screaming kids that my wife assures me are my responsibility ? So far I have tried to get them into the A / V system , etc . But otherwise just try to keep them quiet so as to not disturb the sleeping man next to me . 3 : 14 PM Kevin These are all correct - - I go a couple steps further : 1 ) Set your watch to destination time once on the plane , so that if you do wake or check the time , it will be in the context of where you want to land . 2 ) One whiskey is better than one beer - - same sedating effect but less of an impact on the bladder . 3 ) I tend to wake ( much earlier - - like middle of the night ) the day of flight so that I will be more tired when boarding . 4 ) The day before the flight , I also skip the meal corresponding to " sleep time " at the destination ( I make up for it by eating a meal when I wake up early . ) All of these work with the tips here to trick your body into accepting sleep . [ Coming up on 30 transoceanic trips with no jet lag on either end ! ] 7 : 30 PM Chana After reading about unsanitary airplane blankets , they do have the Ick factor for me . I feel much more comfortable bring my own hygienic travel blanket along . I like to snuggle so the long ones with the foot pockets are the way to go for me . Check what is currently available in the market place at The Travel Blanket Place 9 : 39 PM rbp Great tips ! I ' m about to try them all : ) About the window seat : it may pay to persevere . I tried to change a seat for a forthcoming transcontinental flight , but the only window seat was at the very back . I got it , but I called again later ( the same day ) , and there were two other window seats available . Supposedly someone changed , or cancelled their reservation , or perhaps the first attendant simply did n ' t try hard enough . Anyway , I got a much better seat . Also : I ' m going somewhere 5 timezones away , so I figured I ' d try to shift my own " timezone " to that , 1h a day , until the day of the trip . Everyday , starting a week before departure , I ' ll go to bed and get up one hour earlier ( after 5 days , I ' ll just keep the pace ) . This means that , for a few days before the trip , I ' ll go to bed really early , and be up while it ' 9 : 00 PM kently Good stuff , but i ' d have to disagree with you on your recommendation on using a travel pillow . I use a little head restraint specially designed for use on airplanes called the Aerosleeper . You ' ve never seen anything like it . Check it out @ http : / / www . aerosleeper . com / 7 : 25 PM John This is very good advice . As someone who works in the hearing profession , a common misconception is that all you need to do is ' block out hte sound ' however , as detailed , this is not always the case . 8 : 37 PM maria I will try it out . I am going to be on a plane in two days for 12 hours so im gonna try it out . It was a little upside down with the pillow and i didnt think about that ! Thank you for sharing this ! Alot of people seems to say it work so im positive ! : ) 10 : 32 AM maria Great advice thank you ! ! : ) 10 : 39 AM HeadSet Zone Eliminate When Not in Use : If you choose to go away your headset in the airplane , be sure to unplug it after each journey . 9 : 34 PM Jerry Watson Here ' s ANOTHER suggestion . Take that sleeping pill the night before you fly , and sleep as late as possible , until you have just enough time to get up , eat " breakfast " and go to the airport . Then , watch movies , read , get up and walk about ( do NOT get a window seat ) in short , rather than trying to force yourself to sleep in an economy seat , just " enjoy " the flight and then deal with a bit of jet lag upon arrival . 12 : 36 AM Anonymous said . . . This blog is definitely one of the most happening blogs so far and the facts shared here are apt and accurate . Good luck . 6 : 02 AM Thank you for the information . Travel is a very great experience and that is what we have learned from your blog . 9 : 05 AM Rachel Alexander I agree with Suzanne ; I always get bad pain at the base of my spine from sitting upright on hard seats . This keeps me wide awake . Any tips for that ? Last flight I ended up trying to roll my blanket and wedge it under my spine . Tips for this please ! Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to : Post Comments ( Atom ) | [
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http://blog.katescarlata.com/2015/05/12/lets-talk-about-bile-acid/ | Let ’ s talk about bile acid by katescarlata on May 12 , 2015 Hello . I thought it would be nice to talk about bile acid today , are you with me ? Bile acid diarrhea is also known as BAD . Perfect acronym , right ? You might have BAD if you have been experiencing IBS - D like symptoms : chronic diarrhea , urgency , incontinence , bloating and discomfort . Unfortunately , bile acid diarrhea or malabsorption of bile is an under recognized problem – often not on the radar of many gastroenterologists or primary care doctors . I have been talking about bile acid malabsorption and diarrhea with some top GI docs around the globe . Trying to learn from the best so I can provide new and updated findings on this topic . Perhaps , for some of you , this post may provide valuable information as you attempt to connect the dots between your symptoms and potential causes . Because GI problems , truly , can be one big puzzle with many overlapping puzzle pieces . What is bile acid ? There are primary bile acids formed in the liver : cholic and chenodeoxycholic acid and secondary bile acids produced from primary bile acids deoxycholic ( created by from cholic acid ) and lithocholic acid ( created from chenodeoxycholic acid ) . Before the primary bile acids are secreted into the digestive system , they are conjugated ( combined ) with either of the amino acids glycine or taurine . This conjugation process makes them less toxic . Conjugated bile acids have a key role in absorption of fats . Conjugation is a very important step in bile acid synthesis converting weak acids to strong acids . Bile acids play a key role in absorption of fat in the small intestine . They are released from the gallbladder into the bile duct when you start eating a meal . A good analogy : bile acids act like Dawn dishwashing liquid – help breaking down fat into small globules , allowing the fat to be digested ! Normally , about 95 % of the conjugated bile salts are reabsorbed in the terminal ileum and returned to the liver via the portal venous system , a recirculation process known as enterohepatic circulation ; only a small proportion ( 3 - 5 % ) are excreted into the stool . When bile acids are NOT re - circulated , they arrive in the colon . Bile acid in the colon increases the motility of the colon and draws water in contributing to diarrhea , bloating and urgency . Have I lost you yet ? I hope not ! Bile acid diarrhea can be misdiagnosed as IBS - D . There are several reasons how and why bile acids may wreak havoc . Bile acid diarrhea can result due to overproduction of bile acids , malabsorption of bile acids due to intestinal re - section , or due to small bowel bacterial overgrowth where the bacteria de - conjugate the bile acids , rendering them inactive . There are three types of bile acid diarrhea : Type I : When the terminal ileum , the site of reabsorption of bile acids is removed or surgically by - passed reabsorption of bile acids is altered . Type 2 : no definitive cause found also known as primary bile acid diarrhea . Type 3 : May occur with SIBO , post gallbladder surgery , radiation enteritis , chronic pancreatitis . I asked Dr . Julian Walters , professor of gastroenterology at Imperial College London to share his expertise on bile acid diarrhea , “ Bile acid diarrhea is most common in its idiopathic ( primary form ) where there has been no previous surgery and no obvious intestinal or other disease . This is usually then diagnosed as chronic functional diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome . Recent work suggests that there may be excess formation in the liver of bile acids and this can be more than can be reabsorbed fully . Liver synthesis of bile acids is controlled by a newly identified hormone , FGF19 ( fibroblast growth factor 19 ) and patients with bile acid diarrhea have lower levels of this hormone which can lead to making excess bile acids . Primary bile acid diarrhea accounts for a third of patients with diarrhea - predominant IBS . This will be about 1 % of the overall population . Diagnosis can be a problem in the US . People get loose , watery bowel movements , an increased frequency ( up to 10 times / day ) , an urgent need to go , and sometimes fecal incontinence . This leads to fears which affect social life , work opportunities and so on . Current treatments rely on binding excess bile acids in the bowel with drugs such as Cholestyramine . Research is looking at new ways to affect the FGF19 - bile acid synthesis pathway . ” Dr . Michael Camilleri , a world renown researcher and gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester , Minnesota shares his update on testing for bile acid diarrhea , “ Mayo Clinic has made available through Mayo Medical Labs a test to diagnose bile acid diarrhea / malabsorption . This total fecal bile acid excretion in 48 hours can be performed on the same collection for fecal fat estimation . Thus , when the doctor needs to investigate the cause of chronic diarrhea , one 48 hour collection performed while ingesting 100 gram fat diet will provide both estimates of fat and bile acid malabsorption . In the next year , it is anticipated that Mayo Medical Labs will launch a fasting blood test to screen for bile acid diarrhea based on the rate of synthesis of bile acids in the liver ( serum C4 ) There is accumulated evidence that 25 - 40 % of patients with chronic functional diarrhea or IBS with predominant diarrhea have bile acid malabsorption . ” July 15 , 2018 UPDATE : Mayo Clinic has finally 3 years later … launched this testing ! ! Learn more here . I look forward to better testing than collecting poop for 48 hrs … which , really does n ’ t sound like fun ! How do you treat bile acid diarrhea ? If there is a correctable disease such as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth or celiac disease , treating the underlying condition is the first step to managing bile acid diarrhea . But often , the cause is not determined so a trial of bile acid sequestering medications might be prescribed . A side effect of bile acid sequestrants is constipation so titrating them to the ideal dose for you body is key . Also , bile acid sequestrants can contribute to malabsorption of some medications and vitamins so be careful to time dosage accordingly . It is advised that other drugs are taken 1 h before or 4 – 6 h after taking a bile acid sequestrant . Three bile acid sequestrants include : colestipol , cholestyramine and colesevelan are on the US market . Dr . Sue Kelly , gastroenterologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center makes a key point , ” Stop taking the bile acid sequestrant if constipation develops . You can always start at lower dose and titrate the amount up . ” Finding the proper dose is very individual with bile acid sequestrants . Dr . Kelly provides some tips , “ Colestipol is a large pill , so it may not be the best option if you have trouble swallowing big pills . Start with one pill . Some people need up to three per day and some need it only 2 - 3 times per week . ” Cholestyramine ( Questran ) is a gritty powder that is taken daily . Dosing varies per person 1 / 2 a packet might work or some individuals use up to 3 - 4 packets per day ! Start slow and titrate up ! A great review article on bile acid diarrhea can be found here ! And another article by Dr . Walters here ! These are medical / research articles though … not designed for the consumer but still has valuable information . Of course , not all diarrhea is bile acid induced ! Osmotic diarrhea is associated with FODMAP intake . FODMAPs are very small carbohydrates that are commonly malabsorbed . The small size of FODMAPs contributes to their ability to pull water into the intestine . Secretory diarrhea can result from bacterial toxins , reduced absorptive surface area caused by disease ( celiac disease ) or intestinal resection , laxatives over - use , drug side effects and medical disorders that reduce intestinal function . If unrelenting diarrhea is stopping you in your tracks , discuss the possibility of BAD with your gastroenterologist ! Previous Reading Green Bean Bundles Next Reading Greek Pasta Salad | [
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http://blog.kcm.org/watch-the-kellie-jerri-show-new-on-bvovn/ | Watch The Kellie and Jerri ShowNew on BVOVN September 26 2018 Watch Kellie Copeland and Jerriann Savelle on their new lifestyle broadcast The Kellie and Jerri Show on BVOVN Are you ready for a downtoearth Christian talk show Then watch Kellie Copeland and Jerriann Savelle on their brand new lifestyle broadcast The Kellie and Jerri Sho w on the Believers Voice of Victory Network BVOVN The Kellie and Jerri Show focuses on scriptures concepts and ideas to revolutionize every area of your life and help you be the best you there can be The Kellie and Jerri Show is a dream come true for these two daughters of wellknown ministers Kenneth Copeland and Jerry Savelle Theyve experienced life together from a young age and together they have walked through ministry marriage divorce children and grandchildren Through the ups and downs Kellie and Jerri want to share the freedom theyve found in Jesus in their blessed yet imperfect lives with you So if youre ready to get real about lifes challenges and victories with these two authentic women of God tune in to The Kellie and Jerri Show each week on BVOVN The ladies have prepared a wonderful beach house for you to gather with them take a moment to soak it in and just be with Jesus In addition to sharing raw personal stores from their own lives they will feature special guests who will do the sameinspiring and encouraging you to have a hunger and deeper relationship with Jesus The Kellie and Jerri Show will air each Monday beginning Monday Sept 24 2018 on BVOVN Watch the first two episodes of The Kellie and Jerri Show below Episode 1 A Dream Come True In this episode Kellie Copeland and Jerriann Savelle invite you to join them at the beach house for the premier of their new showa real dream come true They share intimate details about their lives growing up together and the freedom theyve found in Jesus along the way Watch the first episode here Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about HTML5 video Want to get notified the next time we upload videos like the one above Its easy simply subscribe to our YouTube channel Episode 2 Finally Finding HappyAn Interview with Jerriann Savelle In this episode Kellie Copeland interviews her cohost Jerriann Savelle about the challenges she faced from childhood Jerriann opens up about a root of rejection that negatively impacted her throughout her adult life Tune in and discover how Jerriann found freedom in Jesus and how you can find freedom too Watch the second episode here httpsyoutubePNUNL5UO4ls Dont miss a week of The Kellie and Jerri Show Watch a variety of ways including on bvovncom Dish Channel 265 Roku Apple TV Amazon Fire TV and YouTube Connect with The Kellie and Jerri Show on social media Facebook kellieandjerri Instagram kellieandjerri Website kellieandjerricom BVOVN has a new fall lineup with new shows just for you Check out all the new shows here Get the new BVOVN fall schedule httpswwwbvovncomschedule Ways to watch BVOVN httpswwwbvovncomhowtowatch About BVOVN httpswwwbvovncomabout 1997 2019 Eagle Mountain International Church Inc Aka Kenneth Copeland Ministries All Rights Reserved Category News Comments | [
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http://blog.kingarthurflour.com/2010/12/09/freeze-the-fastest-way-to-fresh-baked-fruit-pie/ | Freeze and bake fruit pie : the fastest way to fresh - baked by : PJ Hamel December 9 , 2010 245 comments Recipe : Guaranteed Apple Pie Would n ’ t you love to pull a stunning freeze and bake fruit pie out of your oven in less than an hour , start to finish ? Impossible , you say ? Au contraire – your grandma could have done it . That is , if you had a grandma like mine , with a big chest freezer full of unbaked pies . My grandma was born in 1894 , in northern Wisconsin , in a house without what we ’ d consider amenities critical to daily life : running water , electricity , and central heating , for instance . By the time I knew her , Grandma had worked her way up to a fully equipped kitchen : fridge , stove , sink . And in the pantry , a large freezer . I remember Grandma bending into the freezer , rummaging around a bit , and pulling out a frozen pie wrapped in waxed paper . And shortly after that , taking a bubbling apple or blueberry or rhubarb pie out of the oven . “ Easy as pie ” made sense to me back then . But once I started baking my own pie , “ easy ” was hardly how I ’ d describe the process . After many years of practice , I can finally bake a pretty good pie . But getting the pastry just right , rolling it to the right size ( without cracks ) , nestling it into the pan just so , making sure the filling is perfectly thickened , sealing and crimping the crust , and having the whole thing come out looking like a page out of “ Saveur ” – not so easy ! So when I DO take the time to make pie , I like to make a bunch of pies at once . Sure , it ’ s a lot of effort for pie # 1 , the single pie I bake the same day I make up a whole batch . But pies # 2 , # 3 , # 4 ( however many I make ) , simply pulled from the freezer , thawed , and baked , are a piece of cake . Figuratively speaking , of course . What ' s the best way to prepare pie ahead of time , then bake it fresh when you want it ? Click To Tweet I tried several methods , and have settled on the one I think works best . Read on … Freeze and bake fruit pie : Method # 1 The first thing I tried was making the crust , shaping it into disks , and freezing . Ditto the filling : preparing the fruit , adding the sugar , spice , and thickener , and freezing . This method was OK . And it was the best way for a small freezer , as disks of crust and bags of filling are easier to store than entire pies . But when you want fresh pie , you ’ re only partway there ; once you ’ ve thawed the crust and filling , you still have to roll , fill , seal , crimp … all that stuff . I was after something that was absolutely painless , time - and effort - wise . And here ’ s the method I chose : Freeze and bake fruit pie : Method # 2 Make the entire pie up to the point it ’ s ready for the oven . Freeze it . When you ’ re ready for pie , thaw overnight in the fridge , and bake . Here ’ s how – Uunless you have LOTS of pie pans lying around ( or can settle for the undersized throwaway foil pans ) , you ’ re going to want to make the pie , freeze it in the pan , then take it out so you can have your pan back . First , grease your pan . I ’ m using a 9 ” , 1 1 / 2 ” deep pan . Next , line it with parchment , and grease the parchment . Prepare your pie . I ’ ve made an apple pie here . Freeze the pie until you need it Put the pie into a large plastic bag Into the freezer it goes . Freeze the pie for several hours , or until it ’ s stiff enough to handle easily . OK , time out . Since you ’ re going to the effort with the dough and filling , you probably want to make more than one pie at a time , right ? However many pie pans you have ( metal preferred ; it freezes the pies faster ) , that ’ s how many pies you can prepare at a time . But that does n ’ t mean if you only have two pans , you can only make two pies . Make enough dough and filling for , say , four pies . Prepare two pies , leaving the extra filling and dough in the fridge . Once those first two pies are frozen and you have your pans back , prepare the remaining two pies , and freeze them . OK , back to the frozen pie . If you have a surfeit of available pie pans , you can certainly leave the pie in the pan in the freezer . But most of us do n ’ t have multiple pie pans . So , once the pie was frozen , I moved this pie from its pan to a plastic bag . First step : set the pan in a slightly larger pan of warm water , to thaw the underside just a bit . Parchment helps with the release . Peel it off now ; you wo n ’ t need it anymore . Re - bag the pie , and stick it back in the freezer until you need it . Fast forward 7 weeks . Time to think about Thanksgiving pies . Take the pie out of the bag , and put it in the same size pan you originally made it in . Put pie and pan back in the plastic bag . Thaw the pie Tent the plastic bag up a bit , so it does n ’ t rest right on the pastry . A couple of toothpicks stuck into the center of the pie is holding my clear plastic shower cap up nicely . Place the pie in the refrigerator overnight , to thaw . Wait a minute – why not simply bake the pie right from the freezer ? Is n ’ t that what Mrs . Smith has you do ? I tried it . And found that by the time the filling had thawed and cooked completely , the crust was unpleasantly dry . Thawing first cuts back on baking time , and yields a moister , more tender pie . Spray the crust with water and sprinkle with coarse sugar , if desired . I ’ ve done an under - layer of cinnamon - sugar here , followed by coarse sugar on top . Now ’ s the time to straighten up your crimp , if it ’ s gotten a bit mashed with all the handling . Bake the pie Follow your recipe to bake the pie . Hint : for easiest cleanup , be sure to bake it on a baking sheet lined with parchment Ah , nicely juicy … … VERY pretty … … and totally tasty ! Pie without angst – it ’ s love at first bite . If you ’ re interested in making this particular pie , check out our recipe for Guaranteed Apple Pie . Words to the wise : • This method is appropriate for fruit pies . Please do n ’ t try it with egg - and / or milk - based fillings ( e.g. , custard , pumpkin , pecan , lemon meringue , banana cream , etc . ) . • I found that adding an extra 2 tablespoons flour to the filling helps soak up some of the extra juice the fruit may exude during the freezing / thawing process . Finally , please let us know about your solution ( or your mom ’ s , or grandma ’ s ) for make - ahead pies . I know this is n ’ t the only method that works ; share your story in the comments section below . Thanks ! Want to read more about how to prepare and freeze just - in - time holiday treats ? • Read about drop cookies , sticky buns , scones , and flaky cheese twists . • Read about cinnamon buns . • Read about rollout cookies . tagged : apple pie fast make ahead pies | filed under : tips + techniques About PJ Hamel PJ Hamel grew up in New England , graduated from Brown University , and was a Maine journalist before joining King Arthur Flour in 1990 . PJ bakes and writes from her home on Cape Cod , where she enjoys beach - walking , her husband , two dogs , and really good food ! | [
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http://blog.kongregate.com/unity-webgl/ | Engineering Publishing Unity WebGL Games on Kongregate — March 24 , 2016 Tweet Share on Facebook The quick and painful death of the Unity Web Player has left many browser game developers scrambling to update and publish their content using Unity ’ s new HTML5 WebGL target . Now that Unity 5.3 is quite stable , we are recommending developers publish both Web Player and WebGL builds when hosting their games on Kongregate . Even though Unity 5.4 will remove support for the Web Player , it currently gives users the best possible experience in older browsers . This blog post will provide some best practices and tips on how to avoid common pitfalls when publishing your Unity game to Kongregate . Preparation The following steps will help you prepare your project for WebGL deployment on Kongregate : We highly recommend upgrading to the latest version of Unity ( at least 5.3 ) Read the official Unity WebGL documentation Read the WebGL Networking section of the Unity documentation Ensure your game properly functions as a Web Player build ( test in FireFox / Safari ) The main takeaway from the documentation is that some of the things that " just work " in your Web Player build either flat out wo n ’ t work or could cause problems when you use the WebGL target : Sockets will not work HTTP requests via WWW need to have [ CORS ] ( http : / / enable - cors . org / ) enabled on the server side Unity 5.3 added a lot of features to make WebGL deployment smaller , faster , and easier Client Modifications If you already have a functioning Web Player build the changes required for WebGL should be fairly minimal . In general , anywhere you have a # if UNITY_Web Player block you will want to replace it with a # if UNITY_Web Player | | UNITY_WEBGL block . If you are using any plugins for your game , make sure to update them to the latest versions to address any potential issues . Server Modifications In order for HTTP requests to keep functioning properly in a WebGL build , Cross Origin Resource Sharing must be enabled on the server . Enable CORS is a wonderful resource for determining how to do this for your particular server application . Depending on the complexity of your server code , this could be a one - line fix or a fairly complex modification . Luckily , since many developers face this problem , there is a great chance that someone has already figured out how to do this for your particular server framework . For one of our games using Python with Google App Engine the fix turned out to be the addition of one line in a common request handler class : self . response . headers . add_header ( ' Access - Control - Allow - Origin ' , ' * ' ) Using an HTML Template Note : If you are using Unity 5.6 or higher , an updated version of the following template can be found here Unity allows you to specify an HTML template for your WebGL build , which you can style to your liking . This is also an important step because it allows you to load the Kongregate Javascript API . The following is a template based on a wonderful example from The Alex Ocias Blog . It removes margin / padding , loads the Kongregate Javascript API by including https : / / cdn1 . kongregate . com / javascripts / kongregate_api . js in the head tag , features a progress bar , and has an indeterminate spinner : < ! doctype html > < html lang = en - us > < head > < meta charset = utf - 8 < meta http - equiv Content - Type content text / html ; charset = utf - 8 title > Unity WebGL Player | % UNITY_WEB_NAME % < / title style margin 0 padding 0 body background - color # 333 canvas width 100 height 100 position absolute div # loadingBox width height 20 px position absolute top 50 margin - top - 10 px text - align center div # bgBar display none 200 margin - left - 100 left 50 2 background - color # FFF border - radius 2 # progressBar display none left margin - left - 100 # 990000 border - radius p # loadingInfo color # FFF letter - spacing 1 font - family Monaco sans - serif text - transform uppercase text - align center font - size 8 margin - top 10 # spinner 200 relative overflow hidden # spinner : before block content - 200 4 # 990000 animation : loading s linear infinite @ keyframes loading from - 50 30 ; } 50 % 30 ; } 70 % 70 80 % 95 % 120 to < / style script type text / javascript function UnityProgress dom ) { this progress 0.0 this message dom dom ; var parent parentNode SetProgress function progress ) { if < progress ) progress ; if ( progress document getElementById spinner ) . document getElementById bgBar ) . block progressBar inherit ( progress = = 1 spinner inherit bgBar progressBar Update ( ) ; SetMessage message message | | length = = SetProgress ) ; return message ; Update ( ) ; Clear ( ) { loadingBox ( ) { var length Math min ) ; bar bar length + loadingInfo innerHTML < / script src https : / / cdn1 . kongregate . com / javascripts / kongregate_api . js < / < body canvas class emscripten id oncontextmenu event . preventDefault ( ) > < / id loadingBox < > < / < p loadingInfo > Loading . . . < / < / % UNITY_WEBGL_LOADER_GLUE % < / html view raw index . html hosted with ❤ by GitHub You can save this file as Assets / WebGLTemplates / Kongregate / index . html in your project , and it should show up in the Player Settings for WebGL , as shown below : It is important to note that this template is meant for games uploaded to and hosted on Kongregate , and it may not function properly if you are hosting the game yourself . If you are explicitly loading the Kongregate API in a higher - level frame ( like with the Kongregate Shell ) , or injecting the script tag yourself via Application . ExternalEval or something similar , then the API < ; script> ; tag can be removed . Building and Packaging When you build your WebGL project , you will end up with an index . html file and a Development Compressed , or Release folder , depending on the type of build and version of Unity . Development builds should only be used for testing / debugging , as they are extremely large and slow . Note : Unity 5.3 no longer generates a Compressed folder , as the assets are always compressed . If you are using a version of Unity lower than 5.3 , we highly recommend you upgrade . Kongregate expects your WebGL build to be submitted as a separate file , and a zip with Development , or Release folders at the top level , as shown below ( for a release build ) : MyGame . zip Release MyGame . datagz MyGame . jsgz MyGame . memgz UnityLoader . js If your assets are compressed ( ending in gz as shown above ) and are packaged into the or folder , the Kongregate web servers will deliver them so that the browser can handle the decompression , avoiding the need to expand them in JavaScript ( and improving the smoothness of the progress bar ) . Uploading If you are uploading an existing Unity game to add WebGL support , you can simply click the “ Upload a new version ” link on your game page , and provide the WebGL ZIP file in the WebGL / HTML5 file slot . For uploading a new game , it is recommended that you choose the Unity game type ( as opposed to HTML5 ) . This will allow us to serve the Web Player build to browsers that support it , and the WebGL version to browsers without plugin support ( such as Chrome ) . Once your game has finished uploading , viewing it in Chrome should show you the loading animation from the HTML template , and then the game itself : Once you ’ ve done some testing , it is time to publish your game and bask in the glory of your plugin - free HTML5 game ! Demo To see a WebGL / HTML5 game in action you can head on over and play Endless Boss Fight using Chrome . Follow us on Twitter to keep up - to - date with our weekly blog posts . Follow @ KongregateDevs Ben Vinson Ben received his B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Colorado . After graduating , he worked as a game developer at Electronic Arts . He was also the creator of the Leeroy Jenkins video . Read more posts by this author » | [
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http://blog.lawdepot.com/15-questions-you-cant-ask-employees/ | 15 Questions You Ca n ’ t Ask Employees While the process of advertising a new job listing for your business , filtering resumes and holding interviews , hiring your new employee , and signing the employment contract is arduous , it ’ s worth it to find the right candidate . Actually figuring out whether someone is a good fit with your company and its needs is more difficult still . You need to ask the right questions to learn enough about them to decide if they are qualified , but you also have to be wary of the wrong questions . Asking your potential or existing employees questions that are considered illegal can cause you a lot of problems . Not only will you face possible legal action , but you may risk losing future candidates who will avoid working for your business because of your reputation . Here are some of the questions that you need to watch out for , whether you are conducting an interview or speaking to one of your current employees . 1 ) When did you graduate ? Since you are n ’ t allowed to ask any questions that could reveal the age of the employee , you can not ask when someone graduated from high school or university . Instead , ask about their job experience and how it pertains to the opportunity in question . 2 ) Is this your married name ? You ca n ’ t ask any questions about the individual ’ s marital status . That means if they are married , what their married name is , or even their title ( Mrs . , Miss , Ms . , Mr . ) . You also ca n ’ t ask about a person ’ s spouse , even if they tell you that they have one . Refrain from asking what a person ’ s spouse does , how much they make , or any other questions surrounding the employee ’ s , or their partner ’ s , relationship . You can ask if someone has previously worked for the company under a different name . 3 ) Do you participate in any groups outside of work ? This question could encourage someone to talk about their religious or political beliefs , which is not something that you , as an employer , are allowed to know . Since many people want to ask this question to make sure that an employee wo n ’ t miss time at work to attend certain events , ask if they can meet the schedule requirements without trouble . 4 ) Do you have any kids ? Questions about existing children , future children , and anything related to pregnancy need to be avoided . You ca n ’ t ask if someone would return to work after maternity leave , or if someone plans to have children . Although this is obviously an issue that is more directed at women , it ’ s still important to remember not to ask about paternity leave or children when speaking with a male either . 5 ) How tall are you , about 6 ’ 5 ? It does n ’ t matter if it ’ s conversational or during an interview , avoid questions that reveal someone ’ s weight or height . All you need to know is if they believe that they could perform the required tasks efficiently . Give them a detailed overview of the requirements and ask them if they think that they can meet them . As some jobs require that an employee is able to lift a certain weight , such as 20lbs , it is appropriate for you to ask if they are able to do so . 6 ) Do you smoke or drink ? The only thing that you can ask is if an employee has ever been reprimanded for violating any tobacco of alcohol use rules while on the job . You ca n ’ t ask if they take drugs , but you can ask if they take illegal drugs . This is because it is not necessary for you to know about personal prescriptions . 7 ) What an interesting accent ! Where are you from ? This one is not allowed because you ca n ’ t ask any questions in relation to an employee ’ s race . You also ca n ’ t ask where their parents are from or even where they learned a second language , unless bilingualism is required for the job . Avoid asking about the origin of their name too , as that could explain where they are from . 8 ) Where did you drive in from ? Since you may prefer someone who lives close to work , you might want to ask about where a candidate or employee lives , but you ca n ’ t ask about the length of their commute . Instead , just ask if they can be available during the required hours . 9 ) How ’ s your credit score ? Avoid questions about credit scores , bankruptcy , and other personal finances . You can require credit checks as part of an application process , but this is generally a one - time event that takes place after the interview . The employee must give consent . 10 ) Have you ever been arrested ? Anyone can be mistakenly arrested . You ca n ’ t ask about arrests because being arrested does n ’ t mean that someone was involved in a crime . You can ask if someone has been convicted , but you have to be specific about what they were convicted of ( fraud , theft , etc . ) . 11 ) Do you live with your spouse ? Questions about an employee ’ s living situation are prohibited . On emergency contact forms you are not allowed to put “ closest relative to contact in case of emergency ” , as you must avoid using the word “ relative ” . Since each person ’ s personal living situation is different , use general terms and do n ’ t make assumptions about someone ’ s family life . 12 ) What are you going to the doctor for ? As an employer , you are not allowed to ask about an individual ’ s past or present personal health , including operations , hospital visits , doctor ’ s appointments , etc . You also need to avoid any questions about mental health , disabilities , and anything else related to the personal mental and physical status of the employee . Do n ’ t ask about sick days , either . It ’ s inappropriate for you to ask how many sick days a person took at their last job , along with why . You can , however , ask how many days they missed from work last year . 13 ) Could a man do this job ? We ’ ve always had a woman . Questions about gender are prohibited . This includes the individual ’ s gender , asking if they can work with or supervise the opposite gender , and if a certain gender could perform the tasks required for the job as efficiently as another . 14 ) Were you dishonorably discharged from the military ? You also have to avoid questions about an individual ’ s current enrollment in either the National Guard or the Reserves . 15 ) Can I get your Facebook password ? This was an issue that became heated in 2012 but has since cooled . Many states disallow potential or current employers from requesting personal social media logins from interviewees and employees . Asking the Wrong Questions At times , some of the questions that are prohibited are allowed . If you can prove that a question directly relates to the job and that the answer would affect the person ’ s ability to perform the tasks , you may be allowed to ask certain questions . An example would be if you were a seniors clothing business recruiting senior models . Because your business specifically requires senior models to sell your product , it would not be considered ageism . If it were a women ’ s store , you could request females models , and if it were a men ’ s store , you could request male models . When you ask an employee an inappropriate question they are not required to answer it . They may feel obligated to and answer it anyway , but you can not let their answer effect how you treat them as a person or as an employee . If you do ask an inappropriate question , and an employee feels as if their rights have been violated , you could face a discrimination charge as well as a lawsuit . Aside from the legal repercussions , you also face having a negative reputation . Today , with information so easily accessible through the internet , news spreads fast , and even a local business can be internationally showcased in a negative light from bad behavior . In Conclusion Be aware of your state ’ s laws surrounding employment discrimination . Avoid personal questions and focus on ones that pertain to the job . Treating your employees fairly and asking the questions that relate to job experience , education , skills , and other relevant areas will help you to find a good employee without getting you into trouble . Be respectful , thoughtful , and remember that although the employee may need the job , you need them as well . Did any of these questions surprise you ? Which ones ? Share your thoughts in the comments ! Posted in : Business Tagged in : Business Employees employment contract Interviews Posted by Brittany Foster Brittany is a writer , editor , and content manager interested in law , marketing , and technology . 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http://blog.maruskin.eu/2013/07/abap-select-count-on-internal-table.html | Martin Maruskin blog something about SAP Saturday July 20 2013 ABAP select count on an internal table I recently came across interesting fragment of ABAP code Actually it was causing a problem means ABAP dump DATA it_tab TYPE TABLE OF usr02 lt_tab2 TYPE TABLE OF usr02 lv_count TYPE i lv_tabnm TYPE string SELECT FROM usr02 INTO TABLE it_tab lv_tabnm it_tab IF sy dbcnt NE 0 SELECT COUNT FROM lv_tabnm INTO lv_count WHERE bname DDIC ENDIF Apparently developer never tested this piece of code He or she just simply assumed that it is possible to supply internal table name into SELECT statement In this case SELECT COUNT which was supposed to return no of lines in that internal table However SELECT COUNT on internal tables doesnt work There are other possibilities how to count no of rows in internal table You can only supply name of DDIC table into the text variable and SELECT COUNT will count no of rows in the database table If you do need to count no of rows in itab as whole wo any WHERE condition there are following possibilities as far as I know Very old fashioned way via LOOP statement It is not very efficient since iterating over every row of table LOOP AT it_tab TRANSPORTING NO FIELDS WHERE bname DDIC lv_count lv_count 1 ENDLOOP Via DESCCRIBE TABLE statement just you can not specify any conditions DESCRIBE TABLE it_tab LINES lv_count Via LINES function again it is not possible to specify any conditions lv_count LINES it_tab Usage of system variable SYTFILL which with ABAP statements DESCRIBE TABLE LOOP AT and READ TABLE is filled with the row number of the internal table DESCRIBE TABLE result_package IF sytfill 0 One option to build efficient way how to count the rows with respect to some condition is following By using DELETE statement we delete records that do not fulfill condition and then we use LINES function to count rows of table it_tab2 it_tab DELETE it_tab2 WHERE NOT bname DDIC lv_count LINES it_tab2 Conclusion is that you can not use SELECT COUNT on internal tables The statement like SELECT COUNT FROM lv_tabnm Would only work has if lv_tabnm is text variable and contains the name of a database DDIC table By this way SELECT COUNT is executed on this database table update 09112013 Usage no4 was added I just want to stress out the reason why to know no of the internal tables is important To determine number of rows of internal tables is very often used in ABAP programs Due to the ABAP serves to process business data of high volumes there is always counting of rows in internal tables Posted by Martin Maruskin at 1207 AM Email This BlogThis Labels ABAP Reactions funny 0 interesting 0 cool 0 Older Post Subscribe to Post Comments Atom | [
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http://blog.mavtechglobal.com/blog/2012/06/06/from-the-trenches-distillation-columns-internal-reflux-control | From the Trenches : Distillation Columns – Internal Reflux Control Jun 6 , 2012 3 : 31 : 03 AM | Posted by Jim Ford Distillation columns are one of the most often used unit operations for separation and purification in the process industries . They can also be some of the most complex to operate and control , because they involve two - phase , multi - stage , counter - current mass and heat transfer ( each tray or segment of packing is a theoretical equilibrium stage ) . The greater the number of trays , the longer the time constants related to composition changes . For a two - product distillation column ( top and bottom product ) , there are typically five degrees of control freedom ( control valves ) : Reflux flow Top product flow Reboiler heat input flow Bottom product flow Pressure control valve ( the specific location depends upon how the pressure is controlled ) . Three of these valves are needed for inventory control ( reflux drum , column bottom , and vapor inventory , or pressure control ) . That leaves two valves for achieving the primary operating and control objective , namely product composition control . These two valves are normally the reflux flow and the reboiler heat source flow . For many columns , the P&ID ’ s will specify a top or upper tray temperature controller that adjusts the reflux flow in a straightforward cascade for top product composition control . Unfortunately , this type of cascade does not always perform very well , and often operators will end up breaking the cascade and using the reflux flow control in AUTO mode rather than CASC . There are several reasons for poor control loop performance – this write - up addresses one of the less recognized and often over - looked sources of process disturbance . There are at least 7 or 8 different ways to control pressure on a distillation column , and several of these will result in “ sub - cooled ” reflux . Sub - cooled means that the temperature of the reflux exiting the overhead condenser is below its “ bubble point ” ( the temperature at which the first bubble of vapor boils off the liquid ) . From a process and control standpoint , what are the implications of returning sub - cooled reflux to the column ? The purpose of reflux is to provide down - flowing liquid throughout the rectification section to contact with the up - flowing vapor in order to achieve stage - by - stage equilibrium heat and mass transfer and , hence , purification of the top product . When sub - cooled reflux is introduced to the top tray , it must be heated up to its bubble point before the lighter components will vaporize . Where does the heat come from ? The only place it can come from is from condensing vapor that is approaching the top tray from If the degree of sub - cooling were constant , then this would n ’ t be such a big source of disturbance ; however , this is usually not the case . The amount of sub - cooling will vary with the temperature of the cooling medium ( ambient air , cooling water , another process stream , etc . ) , rainstorms , etc . To achieve satisfactory composition control , the most common approach is to employ an advanced regulatory control ( ARC ) technique referred to as Internal Reflux Control . The Internal Reflux , that Where : R = External Reflux Flow C p = Heat Capacity of the Reflux ( e.g. , BTU / lb - Deg F ) T O = Overhead Vapor Temperature ( entering the condenser ) T R = Reflux Temperature Λ = Heat of Vaporization of the Reflux ( e.g. , BTU / lb ) An Internal Reflux Controller simply uses this equation to solve for the External Reflux flow required to maintain a constant internal reflux at each control execution . In effect , this controller compensates for changes in the sub - cooled reflux temperature at each control execution . The final step is to re - build the cascade for composition control , namely , to re - introduce the temperature - to - internal reflux cascade , with the likelihood that this cascade will be more stable , will control composition better , and will enjoy greater operator acceptance . Topics : Process Expertise Real World Engineering | [
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http://blog.mgm-tp.com/2011/11/jira-beyond-bug-tracking-part1/ | JIRA beyond Bug Tracking , Part 1 Successfully Embracing JIRA in the whole Project Lifecycle Alexander Weiss , 18.11.2011 | 6 Comments | Tags : Agile JIRA Project Management QA This two - part series shows how JIRA can be used for other things than just bug tracking and presents mgm ’ s experiences with embracing JIRA in nearly all parts of traditional and agile project lifecycles , resulting in a number of customized , optimized JIRA workflows and processes . In this first part , I will give you an overview of challenges we faced over the years and how we adapted JIRA to meet them . You will get a taste of the vast variety of uses we have found for JIRA and understand why we decided to use only one tool instead of many . mgm has been using for project management since 2005 for all its projects , ranging from small projects ( < 5 members ) , medium ( < 30 members ) ones up to really large projects with up to 500 members and more . Part of my job is setting up JIRA and designing customer - tailored , optimized JIRA workflows . We ’ re setting up JIRA externally for customers , usually as part of software development projects , and also internally , e.g. for marketing projects , front - office and administrative tasks . During the past 6 years , our initially defined processes – especially the ones concerning project management and requirement management – passed through several iterations of refinement . We learned a lot and embraced our lessons learned into improved process definitions . And we introduced more and more agile methods into projects fitting to this methodology . The latest step in this direction was to extend JIRA with Atlassians agile plug - in GreenHopper which enables a gradual introduction of agile tools . Agile task tracking using the GreenHopper extension . We make sure that every project gets its own tailored project set - up ( set of issue types , workflows , custom fields , GreenHopper configuration ) optimized for their individual project needs . And although we have several standard configurations sets for new software projects inherited from our best practises , we use them only for the initial project set - up . Once the basic functionality is implemented we try to reflect the distinct project requirements ( character of project , product and customer ) by creating an individual project configuration instead of trying to condense them About our largest JIRA Installation with 700 + People One of mgm ’ s biggest pool for JIRA project experiences is the set - up and ongoing maintenance of a JIRA instance that supports a huge multi - project environment with more than 700 active members . The set - up for 28 managed software products is split into 60 JIRA projects with approximately 80 workflows definitions and almost 300 custom fields . The projects form a network of vertical layers ( product software development ) and horizontal layers ( cross - section functions like quality assurance , expertise , strategic product management , support , operation etc ) . There is also a strong interdependency between the software projects with respect to results and releases that we had to take into account . One of the largest of these software projects generates an average of 2.500 JIRA tickets for every main release ( i.e. every 4 months ) . So we have a lot of different aspects to consider . Software Project Process Maturity at mgm As agile project management patterns become more and more prevalent within software projects , we adapted our projects ’ lifecycle with the following steps : The typical project starts with more or less agile iterations in which requirements are compiled and analyzed , followed by the design and modelling phase . After several development cycles with accompanying quality assurance activities and a final software approval process , the software moves into operation . Product maintenance and enhancement projects typically follow release plans and put all necessary cycle steps into more or less short time boxes . Today , mgm has reached a process maturity that allows us to control all aspects of the project lifecycle through JIRA processes : Requirement management Change management Bug tracking Task management Release management Development cycles and sprint planning Software approval process Quality assurance and test management Software Project lifecycle and its reflection within JIRA . Of these aspects , only the requirement engineering part including business modeling ( for example using UML tools etc . ) and the design of business and technical concepts is typically done outside of JIRA , but even they can be controlled by JIRA tickets with adequate dedicated workflows . But why do we spend so much effort to squeeze as many lifecycle steps into JIRA processes as possible ? The answer is that we have learned our lessons from experiences : we realized there are many advantages in using only one tool instead of a bunch of different ones , thus reducing system discontinuity . In summary , one tool for the whole project lifecycle has these advantages : Creates more expertise and familiarity . Avoids disruptions of process and media during transitions to the next lifecycle step . Enables fast feedback between Development & Project management , Customer & Project management , Development & Quality Assurance . Facilitates a release oriented approach for development and planning . Allows cross - processing reports and progress control . Helps when introducing agile tools and methods at the appropriate level of need . Direct Customer Involvement through JIRA In addition to the benefits to the project as mentioned above , there is one other advantage of using JIRA as the main tool for all phases of the project : it creates a point of access for direct participation of the customer . But why involve the customer at all ? Quite often project managers and suppliers keep away insight into the detailed project work and progress from the customer and just provide him with status reports on a regular basis instead . But our experiences showed that in software maintenance and enhancement projects – especially in large projects – there is less overhead and more benefits for everybody involved if customers are n ’ t locked out of the JIRA processes . For example , if the project lifecycle is well defined and well known and all participants know their parts and responsibilities within JIRA , the process runs very smooth . And as all communications can be conducted within this one tool ( JIRA ) there will be no more bypassed communications , activities and results that have to be painstakingl translated into the necessary JIRA processes and information snippets ( and no information should be kept out of JIRA anyway ! ) . Thus , one more cause of problems is be eliminated ! Avoid Creeping Requirements through Process Transparency enabled by JIRA Furthermore , the customer gets a completely different attachment to ‘ his ’ project if he is able to see all ongoing activities and if he can generate an actual project state by himself . We have realized that the customer feels much more satisfied and more responsible for his assigned lifecycle parts once he experiences the whole power of process transparency . He also becomes more sensitive for interference factors and usually starts to avoid ‘ creeping requirements ’ once he realizes the consequences of adding just another “ simple ” request ( but sometimes the exception proves the Having only one tool to manage and view all processes has the advantage that the customer can concentrate on acquiring only one set of necessary skills . In addition we support the customers in getting all the necessary information by preparing views for his tasks , responsibilities and status reports by creating all needed JIRA filters and dashboards for him . These will then be shared with everyone who needs them on the customer side ( or within the project team ) – so one set of preparations can be used by any amount of users to get the same results . Another great help are filter subscriptions especially to track and manage time critical process steps . These tend to make the customer ’ s start in JIRA very smooth and comfortable . Nevertheless , the customer has to be willing to take an active part in JIRA . If the customer is n ’ t very technically skilled and has problems with or an aversion to use software tools at all , we can only recommend to stop your efforts to make him an active part in the JIRA process . Compulsion to use JIRA will have the exact opposite effect and creates feelings of unease and dissatisfaction . In such a case stop your efforts to convince him to use JIRA and just claim higher fees for your larger project management To be continued … In the next part of this blog series we will continue with the topic of direct involvement of customers as introduced above and give you some practical examples of when , where and how to introduce and include your customer into JIRA . We will show you some proven real - world workflows that include customer interaction and cover appropriate modes of customer participation . Article editor : Martin Backschat . You can follow any responses to this article through the RSS 2.0 feed . Both comments and pings are currently closed . Permlink We are hiring mgm technology partners is looking for good software engineers for all our offices . Check out jobs . mgm - tp . com / en / current - jobs 6 Responses to “ Successfully Embracing JIRA in the whole Project Lifecycle ” David Meyers says : May 14 , 2012 at 15 : 06 You should try comindware task management . Very flexible system if compare to Jira , really different … No other system provides this level of functionality for different departments and uses . Great job indeed . Travis says : October 30 , 2012 at 02 : 45 Where is part 2 ? I ’ d really like to see if and how you are utilizing other Atlassian tools , such as Bamboo . Josh November 21 , 2012 at 17 : 32 If part two was made , please male me the URL and link to it from this page . If part two has yet to be made and you get around to it , please take the steps requested above . Thanks . AD February 6 , 2013 at 11 : 38 For second part can be accessed by http : / / blog . mgm - tp . com / 2011 / 12 / jira - beyond - bug - tracking - part2 / alex February 13 , 2013 at 16 : 26 Great post ! 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http://blog.midwestcompliance.com/2008/04/do-you-need-to-log.html | Wednesday , February 2 , 2005 Compliance Management : Do You Need to Keep a Drivers Log ? By Sandra Brakstad , President of Midwest Compliance Inc . , Sauk Rapids Minnesota 800 - 656 - 1396 http : / / www . midwestcompliance . com / Question # 1 - Are you operating a commercial motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight or gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds or more ? Question # 2 - Are you driving outside of a 100 air - mile radius of your business location ? If you can answer yes to the above questions , then you probably need to keep a record of your on duty time . Notice that I did n ’ t ask whether or not you are crossing state lines . For some reason most people think that crossing a state line is the only time a driver needs to log . Not so ! To help you understand the regulations , here are the definitions for some of the terms used : “ On Duty ” is all time a driver spends performing work or being ready to work , until being relieved by the carrier of all responsibility . On duty time includes any compensated work performed by the driver for a non - motor carrier ; ( example if you have a part time job , and also drive a commercial motor vehicle for a carrier part time ) . “ Driving ” time is all time spent at the controls of a commercial vehicle in operation . “ Off Duty ” means the driver has been relieved of all responsibilities for the vehicle and its cargo . The hours of service regulations for property carriers , that are currently in effect , are as follows : You may not drive after : 11 cumulative driving hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty . For any period after the end of the 14th hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty . Being on duty 60 hours in any seven consecutive days if you do not operate every day of the week , or Being on duty 70 hours in any eight consecutive days if you operate every day of the week . Drivers who are subject to the hours of service regulations must record their daily activities on a record of duty status or log book . The logs must be kept for six months . Receipts for fuel , scale tickets , etc . must also be retained for six months . Hint , it is expected that if your receipt shows that you fueled your CMV in Fargo on January 3rd at 2pm , your log should show that you are “ On Duty Not Driving ” in Fargo on January 3rd at 2pm ! If you stay within a 100 - air - mile radius of your normal work reporting location you do not have to complete a log , providing you return to your normal work reporting location and are released from work within 12 consecutive hours ; and you have at least 10 consecutive hours off duty separating each 12 hour day . Even though you qualify for the 100 Air - mile radius exemption ; you must not exceed 11 hours of driving time during your 12 hour day . There are some exemptions to the hours of service regulations . For instance , farmers hauling agricultural products , farm machinery or supplies to or from their farm ; or private carriers engaged in construction , remodeling , or repair of buildings , if hauling their construction material and / or tools are just a couple exceptions to the rule . You can find more detailed information on the hours of service regulations in 49 part 395 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations ; http : / / www . fmcsa . dot . gov / rulesregs / fmcsr / fmcsrguide . htm , or give us a call , 800 - 656 - 1396 , we ’ d be happy to help you ! See you next month . Until then take it one load at a time ! Sandra Brakstad http : / / www . midwestcompliance . com / 800 - 656 - 1396 Posted by Sandra Brakstad at 1 : 29 PM Email This BlogThis ! Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest Labels : Compliance Management No comments : Post a Comment 1 . 800 . 656 . 1396 | [
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http://blog.minitab.com/blog/adventures-in-statistics-2/how-to-interpret-regression-analysis-results-p-values-and-coefficients | How to Interpret Regression Analysis Results : P - values and Coefficients Minitab Blog Editor 01 July , 2013 Regression analysis generates an equation to describe the statistical relationship between one or more predictor variables and the response variable . After you use Minitab Statistical Software to fit a regression model , and verify the fit by checking the residual plots , you ’ ll want to interpret the results . In this post , I ’ ll show you how to interpret the p - values and coefficients that appear in the output for linear regression analysis . How Do I Interpret the P - Values in Linear Regression Analysis ? The p - value for each term tests the null hypothesis that the coefficient is equal to zero ( no effect ) . A low p - value ( < 0.05 ) indicates that you can reject the null hypothesis . In other words , a predictor that has a low p - value is likely to be a meaningful addition to your model because changes in the predictor ' s value are related to changes in the response variable . Conversely , a larger ( insignificant ) p - value suggests that changes in the predictor are not associated with changes in the response . In the output below , we can see that the predictor variables of South and North are significant because both of their p - values are 0.000 . However , the p - value for East ( 0.092 ) is greater than the common alpha level of 0.05 , which indicates that it is not statistically significant . Typically , you use the coefficient p - values to determine which terms to keep in the regression model . In the model above , we should consider removing East . Related : F - test of overall significance How Do I Interpret the Regression Coefficients for Linear Relationships ? Regression coefficients represent the mean change in the response variable for one unit of change in the predictor variable while holding other predictors in the model constant . This statistical control that regression provides is important because it isolates the role of one variable from all of the others in the model . The key to understanding the coefficients is to think of them as slopes , and they ’ re often called slope coefficients . I ’ ll illustrate this in the fitted line plot below , where I ’ ll use a person ’ s height to model their weight . First , Minitab ’ s session window output : The fitted line plot shows the same regression results graphically . The equation shows that the coefficient for height in meters is 106.5 kilograms . The coefficient indicates that for every additional meter in height you can expect weight to increase by an average of 106.5 kilograms . The blue fitted line graphically shows the same information . If you move left or right along the x - axis by an amount that represents a one meter change in height , the fitted line rises or falls by 106.5 kilograms . However , these heights are from middle - school aged girls and range from 1.3 m to 1.7 m . The relationship is only valid within this data range , so we would not actually shift up or down the line by a full meter in this case . If the fitted line was flat ( a slope coefficient of zero ) , the expected value for weight would not change no matter how far up and down the line you go . So , a low p - value suggests that the slope is not zero , which in turn suggests that changes in the predictor variable are associated with changes in the response variable . I used a fitted line plot because it really brings the math to life . However , fitted line plots can only display the results from simple regression , which is one predictor variable and the response . The concepts hold true for multiple linear regression , but I would need an extra spatial dimension for each additional predictor to plot the results . That ' s hard to show with today ' s technology ! How Do I Interpret the Regression Coefficients for Curvilinear Relationships and Interaction Terms ? In the above example , height is a linear effect ; the slope is constant , which indicates that the effect is also constant along the entire fitted line . However , if your model requires polynomial or interaction terms , the interpretation is a bit less intuitive . As a refresher , polynomial terms model curvature in the data , while interaction terms indicate that the effect of one predictor depends on the value of another predictor . The next example uses a data set that requires a quadratic ( squared ) term to model the curvature . In the output below , we see that the p - values for both the linear and quadratic terms are significant . The residual plots ( not shown ) indicate a good fit , so we can proceed with the interpretation . But , how do we interpret these coefficients ? It really helps to graph it in a fitted line plot . You can see how the relationship between the machine setting and energy consumption varies depending on where you start on the fitted line . For example , if you start at a machine setting of 12 and increase the setting by 1 , you ’ d expect energy consumption to decrease . However , if you start at 25 , an increase of 1 should increase energy consumption . And if you ’ re around 20 , energy consumption should n ’ t change much at all . A significant polynomial term can make the interpretation less intuitive because the effect of changing the predictor varies depending on the value of that predictor . Similarly , a significant interaction term indicates that the effect of the predictor varies depending on the value of a different predictor . Take extra care when you interpret a regression model that contains these types of terms . You ca n ’ t just look at the main effect ( linear term ) and understand what is happening ! Unfortunately , if you are performing multiple regression analysis , you wo n ' t be able to use a fitted line plot to graphically interpret the results . This is where subject area knowledge is extra valuable ! Particularly attentive readers may have noticed that I did n ’ t tell you how to interpret the constant . I ’ ll cover that in my next post ! Be sure to : Check your residual plots so you can trust the results Assess the goodness - of - fit and R - squared If you ' re learning about regression , read my regression tutorial | [
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http://blog.minitab.com/blog/adventures-in-statistics-2/what-is-the-difference-between-linear-and-nonlinear-equations-in-regression-analysis | What Is the Difference between Linear and Nonlinear Equations in Regression Analysis ? Minitab Blog Editor 06 July , 2017 Previously , I ’ ve written about when to choose nonlinear regression and how to model curvature with both linear and nonlinear regression . Since then , I ’ ve received several comments expressing confusion about what differentiates nonlinear equations from linear equations . This confusion is understandable because both types can model curves . So , if it ’ s not the ability to model a curve , what is the difference between a linear and nonlinear regression equation ? Linear Regression Equations Linear regression requires a linear model . No surprise , right ? But what does that really mean ? A model is linear when each term is either a constant or the product of a parameter and a predictor variable . A linear equation is constructed by adding the results for each term . This constrains the equation to just one basic form : Response = constant + parameter * predictor + . . . + parameter * predictor Y = b o + b 1 X 1 + b 2 X 2 + . . . + b k k In statistics , a regression equation ( or function ) is linear when it is linear in the parameters . While the equation must be linear in the parameters , you can transform the predictor variables in ways that produce curvature . For instance , you can include a squared variable to produce a U - shaped curve . Y = b o This model is still linear in the parameters even though the predictor variable is squared . You can also use log and inverse functional forms that are linear in the parameters to produce different types of curves . Here is an example of a linear regression model that uses a squared term to fit the curved relationship between BMI and body fat percentage Nonlinear Regression Equations While a linear equation has one basic form , nonlinear equations can take many different forms . The easiest way to determine whether an equation is nonlinear is to focus on the term “ nonlinear ” itself . Literally , it ’ s not linear . If the equation does n ’ t meet the criteria above for a linear equation , it ’ s nonlinear . That covers many different forms , which is why nonlinear regression provides the most flexible curve - fitting functionality . Here are several examples from Minitab ’ s nonlinear function catalog . Thetas represent the parameters and X represents the predictor in the nonlinear functions . Unlike linear regression , these functions can have more than one parameter per predictor variable . Nonlinear function One possible shape Power ( convex ) : Theta1 * X Theta2 Weibull growth : Theta1 + ( Theta2 - Theta1 ) * exp ( - Theta3 * X Theta4 ) Fourier : Theta1 * cos ( X + Theta4 ) + ( Theta2 * cos ( 2 * X + Theta4 ) + Theta3 Here is an example of a nonlinear regression model of the relationship between density and electron mobility The nonlinear equation is so long it that it does n ' t fit on the graph : Mobility = ( 1288.14 + 1491.08 * Density Ln + 583.238 * Density Ln 2 + 75.4167 * Density Ln 3 ) / ( 1 + 0.966295 * Density Ln + 0.397973 * Density Ln 2 + 0.0497273 * Density Ln 3 ) Linear and nonlinear regression are actually named after the functional form of the models that each analysis accepts . I hope the distinction between linear and nonlinear equations is clearer and that you understand how it ’ s possible for linear regression to model curves ! It also explains why you ’ ll see R - squared displayed for some curvilinear models even though it ’ s impossible to calculate R - squared for nonlinear regression If you ' re learning about regression , read my regression tutorial | [
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http://blog.minitab.com/blog/quality-data-analysis-and-statistics/assumptions-and-normality | Assumptions and Normality Minitab Blog Editor 01 July , 2011 Adhering to the proper assumptions in any statistical analysis is very important . And there seems to be an assumption for everything . For this post , I ’ d like to clear up some confusion about one particular assumption for assessing normality . A data set is normally distributed when the data itself follows a uni - modal bell - shaped curve that is symmetric about its mean . This graph , created from the Probability Distribution Plot in Minitab Statistical Software , shows a normal distribution with a mean of 0 and a standard deviation of 1 : In the case of running a normality test , the key assumption for the data is that it is continuous . When a data set is continuous , there is an infinite amount of values between any two numbers in that data set . If someone asked you to count all of values in any given continuous data set , you could n ’ t . Height is a pretty common example of a continuous variable . Only a measurement system like a scale is relegating me to being 5.8 feet tall . If the scale had a precision of The graph seems to be normally distributed , so it should pass the normality test right ? Here ’ s our Normality Test : The p - value is less than 0.05 , which leads us to reject the null hypothesis that the data comes from a normal distribution . What happened ? Well , we ask the person to give us a little more information about said data set . We find out that that the data is in fact discrete , not continuous . He says that there is no way to output a value between two integers . This is not simply due to the imprecision of the measurement tool ; no such value between integers exists for the domain he The underlying assumption , before performing a normality test , is that the data is continuous . When viewing discrete data , you lack information between any two integer values . This loss of information can make it hard to assess normality , i.e. that the underlying distribution really does resemble a bell curve with a specific mean and standard deviation . This bell curve assumes that you are looking at values between integers as well . Although it can make for a really nice histogram , it can make for disastrous results when performing a normality test . There is a chi - square test that can be used to assess normality on frequency tables . One might construe this as having the ability to analyze discrete data , as the data itself would be in summarized , tabular format . This chi - square test is still assuming that the binned data , or data coming from a frequency table , is being derived from the original continuous data set . The test statistic is actually very dependent on sufficient sample size and how the data is binned . Fortunately , we do have a macro for http : / / support . minitab . com / minitab / 17 / macros / macros - files / analysis - of - counts - macros / sortchi / It ’ s important to fully understand what requirements are for an analysis before conducting it . Not taking your assumptions seriously would n ’ t be the “ normal ” thing to do ! | [
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http://blog.mission-health.org/2018/10/05/get-flu-shot-early/ | October 5 2018 Flu Season is Here Get Your Flu Shot Now Last years flu season hit hard close to home and across the nation proving to be a deadly epidemic killing 80000 Americans in late 2017 and early 2018 Flu season peaked in early 2018 here in western North Carolina with five times as many flu cases in January and twice as many in February than the same time the prior year Flu season is officially underway here in western North Carolina and while we hope this years isnt as bad its still imperative to take the right precautions to protect yourself others and our community This includes good hand hygiene staying home if you are sick seeking care immediately if you have symptoms and getting a flu shot Every year flu season comes around we hear skeptics question the effectiveness of the flu shot We asked our subject matter expert Dr Marina MacNamara to help us set the record straight for this years flu vaccine Why is a flu shot important The flu spreads easily and can be devastating to both an individual and a population Many people die every year as a result of the flu old and young individuals are especially susceptible Its recommended for everyone 6 months old and older to get a flu shot and those who are high risk including pregnant women the elderly children between 6 months and 5 years of age those with other health problems and those who work in healthcare When should you get your flu vaccine The earlier the better This will help protect the individual and the community as the flu begins to spread Children can get the flu vaccine as early as 6 months old If its the first time getting one the child will get one vaccine and then a second one a month later The CDC recommends individuals who are 6 months or older get vaccinated by the end of October if possible however its never too late to get a flu shot no matter the age Last year the flu shot mist was a nogo CDC says it might be an okay option now Do you recommend one over the other Last year flu mist wasnt as effective as the flu shot The flu virus changes rapidly so a flu vaccine is made before each flu season to determine what will be most prevalent Ultimately your doctor will help determine which option is best for you Where can individuals get a flu shot You can contact your primary care office visit one of our four My Care Now locations or a local pharmacy or grocery store As we have seen in recent years the flu is serious and not to be taken lightly While its not perfect the annual flu vaccine is the most effective defense to help lessen the severity of its impact and duration and the time to get one is now Mission My Care Now offers walkins weekend and extended hours Find a My Care Now location near you at missionmycarenoworg Marina MacNamara MD is a primary care provider at Mission Health Center Haywood Need a primary care doctor Weve made choosing a primary care doctor or provider convenient for you and your family Learn more at missionhealthorgbestlife Learn more about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC and their recommendations for the 20182019 flu season Sign up for the latest in health and wellness news and updates | [
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http://blog.mlive.com/ann_arbor_business_review/2007/04/truck_cap_producer_closing_in.html | Ann Arbor Business Review Archives Truck cap producer closing in Dexter Updated April 12 , 2007 at 9 : 50 AM Posted April 12 , 2007 at 9 : 48 AM Comment By Tim Agne A Dexter manufacturing facility that produced truck caps has closed . Astro Manufacturing Co . has quietly merged its truck cap manufacturing operations in Dexter with its facility in Texas , said John Evans , the Swisher Commercial broker facilitating the sale of the property . " They just closed the operation down in Michigan . They just do n ' t need the capacity , " Evans said . The company still has a retail operation on Jackson Road - Astro Truck Accessories Inc . - but its manufacturing operations have been consolidated . The building is 38,084 square feet , which includes 2,594 square feet of office space . The facility sits on 3.08 acres on North Lima Center Road . Astro Manufacturing produced fiberglass truck caps in Dexter since 1972 . Swisher is trying to sell the property for $ 1.2 million . The company is also willing to lease the space for 36 months for $ 4 per square foot gross . But Evans acknowledged that the economic climate for a manufacturing plant like this one is dim . " We ' ve had a few phone calls , but it ' s been very few , " he said . Astro Manufacturing executives did not return several calls seeking comment . Evans said the company ' s employee base slowly dwindled until it decided to close the plant entirely . " They held on for as long as they could . They held on with a skeleton crew , " he said . Donna Shirilla , director of research and business information for Ann Arbor SPARK , said she did n ' t have any information about the status of Astro ' s operation . She said the company had 43 employees in Dexter at one point . Evans said the poor manufacturing climate in Michigan and sluggish sales of pick - up trucks contributed to Astro ' s sense that it had to close its operation here . Swisher is highlighting the company ' s coveted fiberglass manufacturing permit in its sales effort - an item that could play a positive role in a potential sale or lease . Contact Nathan Bomey at ( 734 ) 302 - 1725 or nbomey @ mbizreview . com View Comments | [
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http://blog.mlive.com/ann_arbor_news_extra/2007/08/how_much_pay_for_teachers.html | Ann Arbor News Extra Archives How much pay for teachers ? Updated November 17 , 2009 at 4 : 56 PM Posted August 26 , 2007 at 6 : 10 AM Comment By David Jesse The Ann Arbor News LARRY E . WRIGHT , The Ann Arbor News Brit Satchwell , right , a science teacher at Forsythe Middle School , goes over a new curriculum lesson book with his student teacher , Mark Stewart . More than 1,450 area public school district employees made more than $ 75,000 in 2006 , an income level matched by less than half the households in Washtenaw and Livingston counties , an analysis of payroll documents by The Ann Arbor News shows . About this Series In preparing this report , Ann Arbor News reporter David Jesse sent FOIA requests to every traditional public and charter school in Washtenaw and Livingston counties . He asked for the names , titles and compensation of every employee making over $ 75,000 , which is slightly above the average income for a household in Washtenaw County , according to U.S. Census figures . He also interviewed more than 20 people , including administrators , teachers , parents and experts . • Sunday : How much teachers and administrators make . • Monday : Should good teachers be paid more ? A look at pay for performance . The earnings for those employees - which include more than 1,100 teachers - are being paid by school districts feeling the tight pinch of shrinking budgets . And with roughly 85 percent of all school budgets made up of salaries and benefits , just how much school districts pay their employees is increasingly coming under scrutiny . That scrutiny often falls on teachers , who generally make up the largest pool of school employees . But are districts paying too much for those teachers ? Are they demonstrating reasonable use of financial resources ? Or are they skimping on salaries for highly trained professionals with advanced degrees ? The answer depends on whom you ask . " Teachers should be well compensated , " said Nancy Brenton , the deputy superintendent of Saline Area Schools . " Good teachers should be particularly well compensated . " Rick Calivito , an Ann Arbor parent with two elementary - age children , does n ' t disagree . He ' s more concerned about what " well compensated " means . " I think teachers , especially here in Ann Arbor , are a bit overpaid , " he said . " If they are going to get paid as much as they do , then they should give up some more in terms of benefits . I know lots of people who make as much as the top teachers , but do n ' t have all the vacation time teachers do . " Click on the graphic to enlarge image . Saline parent Craig Coleman thinks some teachers , especially those on the lower ends of pay scales , do n ' t make enough . " If you ' ve been teaching for a couple of years and have a master ' s degree , you deserve to get paid more than in the mid - 40s , " he said . " And $ 35,000 is n ' t that much for someone right out of school . If a teacher is a professional , they should be paid like one . " What they make Teachers in Michigan are well paid when compared to those in other states . Michigan ' s average teacher pay of $ 58,482 is the fourth - highest among U.S. states , according to statistics gathered by the National Education Association Seven local school districts - including Ann Arbor Brighton and Pinckney - have pay averages higher than the state average . Area teachers in total averaged slightly above the statewide figure , pulling down around $ 60,000 in salary . That ' s almost $ 30,000 more than the average worker in Washtenaw County took home in wages , according to 2005 numbers from the U.S. Census , the latest available . The census figures include all employees . There are no figures indicating the average wage for those with college degrees . In Saline , about 25 percent of the district ' s 600 employees top the $ 75,000 mark , while in the Brighton Area Schools , about 14 percent of the district ' s 900 employees make more than $ 75,000 . The highest average teacher salaries in the area are in the Ann Arbor Public Schools . Teachers there average more than $ 71,000 . Bob Galardi , Ann Arbor ' s deputy superintendent for administrative and human resource services , makes no apologies for that . " We believe we should be the highest in Washtenaw County , " he said . The lowest average salary belongs to the Whitmore Lake Public Schools . Its teachers average $ 52,400 . " We ' re the smallest district with the smallest possible foundation grant , " said former superintendent Scott Menzel , who left the district in early August to take over as superintendent of the Livingston Educational Service Agency . " We try to be as creative as we can to attract good teachers . " He acknowledges that he has had some selling to do to teachers he wants to hire , especially with Ann Arbor located just to the south . " It ' s not just the amount of money , it ' s the environment you work in , " Menzel said he tells them . " Many of our teachers could make more , but chose to work in a small school environment . " In addition to teachers ' wages , districts have to pay for benefits such as health insurance and retirement , which can significantly increase the price of each employee . For instance , in Ann Arbor , the average teacher pay rises almost $ 30,000 to $ 100,000 when the value of all benefits is included . Steps to a higher salary Every area traditional public school district has a teachers union that negotiates the pay scale for its teachers . The structures are set up in steps . Teachers advance along those steps each year as they gain experience . Those automatic increases - which are separate from any raises negotiated by the union in the teachers ' contract - are a sore point with critics of teacher pay . " Why should someone get a raise for just not getting fired ? " said Kellie Williams , who has a high school son and a middle school daughter in Ypsilanti Public Schools . " I do n ' t mind them getting cost - of - living increases , but I think it ' s irresponsible to also give them the step raises . That ' s two raises a year . I do n ' t know many people who get that . " Teachers can also receive jumps in pay as they continue their own schooling . " We pay for education , " Galardi said . Such pay increases are well - deserved , said Linda Carter , the longtime president of the Ann Arbor teachers union and a teacher for more than 30 years . " Teachers spend long , hard hours earning those degrees , " she said . " That increased learning also helps them be better teachers . " When new teachers are hired , they are most often placed on the beginning step of the structure . That can range from $ 34,000 in South Lyon Community Schools to almost $ 40,000 in Plymouth - Canton Community Schools A more experienced teacher can often be hired at a higher step , although those teachers still often take a pay cut when they switch districts . " It can be very difficult to leave a district , " Brenton said . " You ' re going to take a step backward . That ' s a disadvantage to individuals . " For example , in Ann Arbor , an experienced teacher new to the district is often started at step three , Galardi said . " We do have some room to negotiate , especially in specialized areas like special education . " Whitmore Lake takes a similar approach . " By contract , we have total flexibility up to step 11 , " Menzel said . " We have an unwritten rule of up to three steps . " Not all districts have those policies . " We have total flexibility , " said John Fulton , the Ypsilanti district ' s executive director of human resources . " Our main goal is to give them up to six years , but if I can get the top person , I ' ll go to the top of the ( salary structure ) . It ' s kind of supply and demand . We never look at the salary , we look for the best person . " Click on the graphic to enlarge image . Too much or not enough ? Sean McBrady , who ' s been teaching for four years - all in Ann Arbor - did n ' t decide to go into teaching until after graduating from college and spending a year abroad teaching tennis and working with kids . He returned to Michigan , got his teaching certificate and went to work . Had he not made his career switch , the middle school teacher would have been a lawyer , and likely made more money than his almost $ 50,000 current salary . But he ' s not upset about the lost income . " College friends who went into private practice law . . . make minimum three to four times what I make , but none are as happy and I would not trade places with any of them , " he said . " The salary is low for someone with my education and skills , but the health benefits , vacation time , intangible job rewards and quality of life are exceptional . " Making comparisons between occupations can be tricky . However , in January scholars at the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research published a study concluding that , according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , the average public school teacher was paid $ 34.06 per hour in 2005 . That ' s 36 percent more than the average non - sales white - collar worker and 11 percent more than the average professional specialty and technical worker , the study said . However , the National Education Association disputes that claim . In a posting about the study on its Web site , the NEA says , " ( the study ) vastly understate ( s ) the weekly hours of teachers and the weeks teachers work each year , and thereby significantly overstate ( s ) the hourly wage or weekly wage for a given annual wage . " School ' s out It ' s time away from the classroom that causes some people to question teacher pay . " Why should someone get $ 75,000 and three months off in the summer ? " said Lauren McDonald , an Ann Arbor school district parent . " That ' s too much money for nine months of work . " But many teachers said they do n ' t get three months off . " I and most teachers put in at least 12 months of work each year . We do it with 10 - to 12 - hour days and weekend work over the course of nine months , " said Brit Satchwell , an Ann Arbor middle school teacher . " Last summer I spent my vacation taking college classes to keep my teaching certificate up to date . " Satchwell said he planned to spend this summer familiarizing himself with new curriculum he ' ll be teaching this year . McBrady has a simple response for those who raise the three - months - off issue . " I ' d probably say , ' Summers are great , but I ' m not paid in the summer , ' but I ' d be thinking , ' If that ' s true , why do n ' t you teach ? Why do so many new teachers leave the profession ? Why do n ' t more top college grads become teachers if it ' s such easy money ? ' " Most people do n ' t have any problem paying good teachers good wages , said Bruce Norton , an Ann Arbor parent who has children at Burns Park Elementary School . " We want good teachers to be paid , " he said . " How do you judge which ones are good ? " That ' s a subjective issue , said Naomi Zikmund - Fisher , the principal at Ann Arbor Open at Mack . " On a gut level you know there ' s good teachers and bad teachers , " she said . " Defining what that is is tricky . I get ( parent ) requests for and against every teacher in my building . " More money = better teachers ? Though some have suggested that paying teachers more could boost student achievement , Vernon Polite , dean of the College of Education at Eastern Michigan University , does n ' t think so . " That ' s the biggest question in education , " said Polite . " I do n ' t think pay is the mitigating factor . I think there ' s a collection of factors , and pay ' s not really in the picture . " Some of the highest paid teachers are in school districts that are not showing high achievement . " But Polite , who runs one of largest teacher preparation colleges in the nation , still thinks teachers should be well paid . " It ' s fair and just to pay people what they ' re worth . I do think salary is linked to satisfaction in teachers and that can help achievement for students . " View Comments | [
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http://blog.mmarmedical.com/2013/08/moist-heat-therapy-for-muscle-relief.html | Wednesday , August 7 , 2013 Moist Heat Therapy for Muscle Relief The benefits of heat therapy are undeniable and truly impressive . Heat therapy can relieve stiffness and improve circulation by opening blood vessels - relieving pain from arthritis , tennis elbow , sinus headaches , TMJ , aching feet , shoulder and back pain , and many more conditions ! But how does moist heat compare to dry heat therapy ? There are many advantages to using moist heat therapy over traditional dry heat : Deeper Muscle Penetration Because water transfers heat better than air moist heat therapy delivers more heat directly to your skin without losing heat in the transfer process . The result of this greater heat transfer efficiency is that more of the heat makes its way deep into muscles , joints , ligaments and soft tissue . This deep muscle penetration is great for athletes ; because blood flow and oxygen levels are increased the healing process is accelerated . Faster Relief of Pain Moist heat pads are able to relax and penetrate the muscle faster due to the wet heat . As the muscle heats up blood quickly rushes in and starts the healing process . People who use moist heat therapy report that they start feeling more relaxed faster each time they do the therapy and get better faster overall . Does Not Dry Out Skin Dry heat therapy tends to pull moister away from skin causing it to dry out . Think about what happens to your skin when it gets too hot inside your house - your skin gets dry and can crack if you do not apply moisturizing lotion . The same is true of heat therapy . Applying direct heat to your skin will leave your skin drier over time . Moist heat therapy , on the other hand , does n ’ t wick moister away from your body . Leaving your skin warmed without drying it out . Longer - Term Pain Relief While people using moist heat therapy tend to report that their pain symptoms are relived faster , they also report that on average the pain relief lasts longer - reducing the need to use heat therapy as often . People with chronic conditions like arthritis who use moist heat packs regularly tend to require moist heat therapy less often than when using dry heat therapy . Fewer applications are required due to the increase in blood flow and oxygen levels that allows quicker muscle and tendon healing . Thermotech moist heat packs do not have any of the drawbacks traditionally associated with in - home moist heat therapy units . Thermotech moist heating pads plug in to a power outlet just like a regular heating pad and have a safety switch that prevents burning if you fall asleep while using them . Also , Thermotech packs do not require water be added before or during use . Instead , they pull moisture from the surrounding air to create the moister required . Thermotech also makes their moist heat pads in a variety of sizes and styles to effectively relieve pain from large Caution : Do not use moist heat therapy if you have an existing skin condition , open wound , bruising , diabetes , or any heart - related disorder . About MMAR Medical Group : MMAR Medical is a leading supplier of medical products , including a wide selection of sports and orthopedic braces and supports . For more information , please visit www . mmarmedical . com at 1 : 32 : 00 PM Email This BlogThis ! Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest Labels : heat packs heat pain relief moist heat pads moist heat therapy Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to : Post Comments ( Atom ) | [
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http://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/growing-damiana-farm | Plant Stories : Harvesting Damiana in Mexico Damiana ( Turnera diffusa ) is a plant native to Mexico and other parts of Latin America that has been a popular medicinal and widely used where it grows wild . In recent years , this herb has gained considerable popularity in the US , Europe , and abroad as a tea smoking herb , and tincture thanks to its calming and love - inspiring properties . When any plant collected in the wild becomes as popular as Damiana has , all of us at Mountain Rose Herbs start discussions about the potential threat of over - harvesting and the conditions under which the plant is being collected . So , with these concerns in mind , I traveled to Mexico to investigate the impact of this increasing demand and to visit our certified organic Damiana leaf supplier . First , a little background about Damiana and its traditional uses in Mexico . Damiana grows in the semiarid high elevation ( typically mountainous ) regions of Mexico . As with most herbs , one region might host a slightly different variety or produce a slightly different product depending on weather and climate conditions each year — just like wine grapes . This perennial shrub is small , growing between 12 - 20 inches tall . It is drought resistant , yet is susceptible to frost , which can and does occur at its preferred high altitude habitat . Harvest typically occurs between November and early December before cold temperatures cause leaves to yellow and eventually drop . People in Mexico have used Damiana in tea for centuries . In recent decades , it has been used to create a sweet liqueur that is packaged in a bottle shaped like a voluptuous woman , purportedly modeled after an Incan goddess . It is said that the original margarita incorporated this liqueur rather than the standard triple - sec or orange - flavored alcoholic beverage . A bottle of this special liqueur is often given to new brides and grooms as a wedding gift , with well wishes for love and children . M uch of the plant ' s popularity in the US is actually from women looking to support healthy reproductive system functioning . It is also known to have mildly uplifting properties as a smoking herb and can be rolled into cigarettes for a relaxing experience that does n ' t cause intoxication . While techniques do vary , hand - harvesting usually involves a small sickle blade used to cut a full grasp of herb . This deposits the leaves and juvenile stems into a “ bolsa ” secured around the waist . This takes place on terrain that is typically steep , treacherous , and mostly covered with prickly flora of all types . While being a visitor to the “ campo ” or hills , I quickly realized that something was out to poke , bite , or cut me at every step . Many families head out as a group to harvest early in the morning hours before the sun and heat makes the work quite unpleasant . Bags of the fresh leaves are spread out and covered by shade cloth for a safe , sanitary , and convenient drying area . Once dry , the leaves are stripped from the large stems and delivered to collection points where they are further cleaned before delivery to us . The income from harvesting Damiana and other wild plants contributes greatly to the vitality of these communities and the wellbeing of the families who collect A single harvest area for Damiana leaf can stretch more than 12,000 square hectares . There is another plant , Mexican Oregano ( Lippia graveolens ) which grows side - by - side with the Damiana bushes . While Chapparal ( aka Gobernadora and Larrea tridentate ) is harvested just a few miles and a couple hundred meters lower than Damiana , the Mexican oregano is a true habitat companion plant . While being a slightly larger shrub , it grows in the same places and requires the same harvesting methods . Thought of as a culinary ingredient , Mexican oregano is typically used in traditional Mexican cuisine such as berria , posole , and other soups . Think of Mexican Oregano as having similar applications as marjoram or Greek oregano . Chapparal is a deciduous shrub that grows in abundance in many regions of Mexico , but just slightly lower in elevation than these two plants . It enjoys full sun in open spaces , allowing easy harvesting by hand and excellent yields due to its heavy resinous leaves . Locally run organizations with federal assistance help to regulate harvesting by issuing permits and assigning quotas depending on how healthy the stands are that year . Typically officials seek advice from village elders and knowledgeable plant folks with a lifetime of experience to gauge the health of that season ' s crop . Despite this active regulation , there is a small amount of Damiana poaching ( harvests without permits ) that makes its way to the black market . However , most of this illegal product never leaves Mexico due to the inability to export without quota permits . I have seen firsthand the care , hard work , and knowledge that makes it possible for us to enjoy these beautiful medicinal herbs . After my time spent with the plants and the harvesters , there is no doubt that these wild populations are being managed in a sustainable manner . I encourage us all to take pride in knowing where our plants come from and the process involved in bringing them to our homes . Learn more about the certified organic Mexican herbs in this story : Damiana Leaf Love Tea Blend Mexican Oregano Leaf Chapparal Leaf Nate Johnson is our International Farms Manager , bringing a lifelong background in organic farming , especially in the production of dehydrated herbs and spices to Mountain Rose . Growing up at the base of Mount Adams , his life has revolved around agriculture and the outdoors – mainly perusing extreme sports and a country lifestyle . Nate also enjoys multicultural activities with Spanish as his second language . Topics : Our Farms Herbalism Written by Friends on February 12 , 2015 | [
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http://blog.myeyewear2go.com/how-do-i-know-if-my-glasses-prescription-is-wrong/ | How Do I Know if my Glasses Prescription is Wrong ? Written on November 1 , 2013 by Tony Albarella in Prescription Eyeglasses Okay , so you have that nagging feeling that something is n ’ t quite right with your new glasses . Your vision is n ’ t as clear as it should be , or things are appearing fuzzy and indistinct . You may be experiencing a sense of tunnel vision . Perhaps your depth perception is just a little bit off . Is Your Glasses Prescription Wrong ? You know from experience or you ’ ve been told by your optometrist that some prescriptions , especially bifocals or trifocals , require an adjustment period during which you need to get used to the changes of a new prescription . This transition period can last ( depending on the prescription and the individual ) for days , weeks , even upwards of a month . So how can you tell if your vision inconstancies are related to this adjustment period or are instead a result of an incorrect prescription ? The answer typically lies in the symptoms you experience and their severity . Errors made during an eye exam are not unusual . They can result from a typo on a computerized report or , more commonly , a misreading of a handwritten prescription . The misinterpretation of a single digit – or the omission of one – can wildly alter a prescription . Sometimes incorrect measurement readings are to blame and these are not always the fault of the optometrist . Perhaps , without realizing it , you ’ d scheduled your exam late in the day , maybe after work , and your eyes were tired and weak , skewing your If your symptoms include the following , you may want to return to the optometrist for advice or at least a confirmation that no clerical error in your prescription was made : Extreme blurriness or lack of focus . Poor vision in only one eye when the other is closed . Headaches or dizziness caused by excessive eye strain . Extreme vertigo or nausea not related to any underlying medical condition . Problems persist despite the fact that the lenses are properly centered in front of your eyes . Problems persist despite waiting out the recommended adjustment period . It ’ s true , however , that if your prescription has changed or you ’ ve switched to bifocal , trifocal , or progressive lenses , your eyes do need to adjust – particularly if the prescription strength in only one eye has changed . If your symptoms most closely follow the ones below , your problem may simply be caused by the change in prescription : The blurriness or fuzziness you experience improves with time . You have n ’ t been using your new glasses on a regular basis . Headaches , dizziness , nausea , or vertigo lessen the longer you wear your glasses , or subside greatly after the first few days . Vision is clear when each eye is isolated . You have n ’ t yet completed the transition period suggested by your optometrist . Realize that you know yourself better than anyone else . You know how your eyes react to typical daily eye strain and what they feel like when you ’ re tired . If you can rule out these conditions , and you ’ ve been patient with any change in corrective lenses and given your symptoms the prerequisite amount of time to clear up , the fault may lie in your glasses and not in yourself . If you have any cause to suspect this is the case , a follow - up visit to your optometrist is certainly warranted 94 Comments - Leave a comment ! Previous Post Next Post 94 Responses to How Do I Know if my Glasses Prescription is Wrong ? Lillian Schaeffer April 19 , 2017 | 2 : 20 pm I like how you mentioned that headaches caused by eye strain can indicate that your glasses prescription could be wrong . I ’ ve had my glasses for a while now , but I ’ ve noticed that things are a bit blurrier than normal , and I get headaches really frequently . It sounds like my prescription may be outdated , so maybe it would be a good idea to visit an optometrist and get it updated . Reply benedict May 11 , 2017 | 7 : 01 pm hie i reecenlty changed my specs after they had expired but i went for about 2 months without any specs while i was waiting for a new pair . THe new pair am using right now , my left eye sees more clear than my right eye when i close one eye . I also get a bit of eye itching inmy right eye . Is there need for me to visit a Dr or my eyes are just adjusting . Reply Ryan Phillips June 6 , 2017 | 1 : 13 pm Hi Benedict , It ’ s possible you may need to adjust to the new glasses . If you continue to experience issues with your eyes after a couple weeks time , then I would follow up with your eye dr again . Daniel August 13 , 2017 | 1 : 37 pm Hi , i just wanna ask about my problem . I am prescribed to wear eyeglasses when I was in college . When i start to work I often or almost not used my eyeglasses with me . It seems im okey without using them . Now , I have under several medical requiremwnts for my new job yet I have this feeling like I ’ m having vertigo or dizziness . I am now using my old eyeglasses but I still feel the same . Jelp me please . msatghare October 17 , 2017 | 3 : 51 pm Hi , I would suggest to go to your eye doctor and have your vision evaluated . Lee August 13 , 2017 | 5 : 02 pm I just recently got new glasses after wearing my old ones for about 7 years . I ’ m having trouble adjusting to the new ones . The frame style did change ( from a narrow to the more larger frames they are making now ) but my prescription only changes slightly ( one eye improved one got slightly worse ) . Close up is fine but the minute that I look more than a few feet away things get a little off – look out of focus and the floor looks like it is bowing up in the middle I ’ ve been in twice and they keep saying I need to let my eyes adjust but I feel unsteady on my feet when wearing them . I did get a second opinion who said my center is slightly off but just at the border of the range permitted . My prescription is big so I am in hi - index ( - 6 with astigmatism and - 6.25 ) . Should I go back to the narrow frames ? I looked for a while and ca n ’ t seem to find any . msatghare October 17 , 2017 | 4 : 21 pm There is an adjustment period when it comes to glasses . Usually about 2 weeks . If there is any curve to the lens that can present an issue for higher prescriptions . If that is the case you should change frames . Chrissy August 26 , 2017 | 7 : 17 pm Hi , I got my new glasses a few days ago . The new glasses seem to have lense power slightly weaker than the previous ones . I do not see smaller letters from afar as sharply as the first . I ’ m wondering if that ’ s going to affect my vision somehow . Surprisingly , an optometrist once told me while doing eye examination that I did n ’ t need to see the last letters clearly . Is that true ? October 17 , 2017 | 3 : 49 pm Hi , You do need to go back and have your prescription rechecked . You should be able to see the smaller letters from afar just as you did earlier . Vladimir September 10 , 2017 | 7 : 24 am I have made some new glasses for the first time in a coulle of years . I have – 1.25 on the right eye with astigmatism , but see crystal clear with the left one . My prescription although greatly improves my eyesight , only with my right eye there is still some blurriness and it makes the eye feel like it does n ’ t belong there . Should I go to the optometrist again or it is normal for these differences . Note : I have them for about a week . October 17 , 2017 | 3 : 44 pm Hi , You need to go back to your eye doctor and have your eyesight checked again ! Jeff Smith October 6 , 2017 | 8 : 34 pm I just picked up two sets of glasses – prescription clear and sunglasses . They are both progressive lenses . I noticed something different / not right ? with the sunglasses with the right eye . The clear seems better . So I looked at the prescription and the order . I noticed that my doctor prescription says pd 63 . The order said : R 29.5 and L 29.5 for dist pd . Is that ok or is something amiss ? I suppose I need to wear them for a while to see how I adjust . October 17 , 2017 | 2 : 51 pm Your pupil distance is made larger than what it should be . You can try to wear them and see if you adjust , but you may need to bring them back to where you had them made at and have them corrected . Bob October 11 , 2017 | 9 : 52 pm I switched to single vision prescription sunglasses recently . Looking forward everything appears fine , however , if I look down when walking the ground appears much closer than it is . I do not have this problem with my regular glasses . My regular glasses have more of a straight lens than my sunglasses , which are somewhat a wrap - around . However , I have an older ( and broken ) pair of RX sunglasses ( progressive lens ) with wrap - around lenses that did not have this issue . Could the RX be too strong Thanks for any insight you can provide . October 17 , 2017 | 2 : 50 pm Did you buy the glasses from us ? If so , then I would call our customer service team at 866 - 653 - 5227 and they will be able to assist you . If you bought them somewhere else I would take them back and have them check the prescription . That is always a good first step . A wrap around frame can cause the prescription to “ curve ” and it might become distorted . Your best bet is to take the lenses back to where you got them and have them check the prescription . Shahbaz October 21 , 2017 | 5 : 36 am My optical shop made 0.25 spherical power error , my no was 2.5 . He made 2.75 should I make it correct or its OK plz reply soon October 24 , 2017 | 8 : 22 pm Hi Shahbaz , Yes we recommend you get your lenses corrected . Julia October 21 , 2017 | 1 : 26 pm I got new glasses made by a optical chain here in Australia about a month ago , my prescription only changed in my left eye from SPH + 6.00 to + 5.75 and CYL from - 3.00 to - 3.25 the Axis stayed the same at 41 . When I tried the new glasses on and looked slightly down and to either side everything was blurry . The glasses were checked , the prescription was correct . I had my eyes rechecked and that was the same as well . The optometrist suggested changing the eye measurements for the glasses . However when he handed me off to retail staff , I was told they were going to remove the vertical measurements . I got the glasses remade and tried them and although the blurriness has improved , they feel ‘ off ’ and I do n ’ t feel comfortable and I noticed that when I close one eye , my vision is n ’ t sharp in one eye , and vice verse with the other eye . Could there be any possibility that my script is incorrect or could the quality of the lenses they use be the problem ? ( They are 1.74 index ) October 24 , 2017 | 8 : 26 pm Hi Julia , If it ’ s a progressive bifocal the sides are n ’ t going to have a prescription in them . If it ’ s single vision it ’ s possible they did mess up and I would recommend getting a second opinion . Sam October 24 , 2017 | 9 : 36 pm I just received my new prescription glasses yesterday and I ’ m slightly concerned it ’ s not correct . My right eye is slightly blurry when isolated . Should I wait a while and see if my eyes adjust ? Or should I get it rechecked ? October 25 , 2017 | 2 : 37 pm Hi , I would advise you to have them rechecked . Sum November 8 , 2017 | 2 : 30 am My husband & I just had our eye exams with a new Dr . I have been wearing glasses for 22 years and the new doctor told me my prescription is a - 1.75 and I have been wearing - 3.50 in various glasses for the past 12 years . It did seem the - 1.75 looked clear when the exam was being done . I have a weird feeling about everything as the Dr visit took 3.5 hours . My husband went from a - 4.50 to a - 8.50 in just 2 years . This seems drastic ! He normally only fluctuates by - .25 in 2 years . What do you suggest ? Should we get a 2nd opinion before filling these new prescriptions or trust this new Dr . ? Thank you very much jsiddiqui November 8 , 2017 | 3 : 24 pm Hi there , yes I would recommend getting a second opinion before getting your glasses made ! Mbarr November 9 , 2017 | 3 : 43 pm i am not sure if my new prescription is accurate . I am not familiar with reading prescriptions so i could be wrong . I am on day # 2 of my new glasses and i have been getting headaches . Listed below are my previous and new prescriptions , is this an increase or decrease ? Old prescription : ( sorry i typed it wrong on the other post , the one below is correct ) OD - 10.25 - 2.00 180 OS - 10.25 - 1.75 010 New prescription OD - 9.25 - 1.75 x005 OS - 10.00 - 1.75 x10 PD 58 / 54 jsiddiqui November 13 , 2017 | 6 : 35 pm Hi there , Your right eye has gotten much better and the left eye is somewhat the same . Alika November 23 , 2017 | 7 : 34 am Hi I have been advised by my optometrist to update my glasses in Sydney Australia . they have given me anti glare invisible uv dual side - p ( sorry I do n ’ t understand it ’ s details properly ) costed around $ 600 . but when I tried them on I did not feel any difference between them and my old glasses . I mean they give me same vision as my old pair of glasses . I do n ’ t know my prescription is not correct or something else . Could you please advise me November 29 , 2017 | 4 : 13 pm Hi Alika , Wr recommend that you get a second opinion from another doctor and also have your glasses checked . Tim November 28 , 2017 | 4 : 34 pm Hello : I would like to learn the differences of these two prescriptions : Sphere Add Distance ( ? ) Intermediate ( ? ) and reading ( ? ) - 1 OD + 0.50 + 2.50 OS + 0.50 + 2.50 - 2 OD + 0.75 + 2.25 OS + 0.75 + 2.25 What are the power for Distance , Intermediate , and reading ( separately ) ? And it ’ s interesting that mostly the pd measurement results are different at different optometry ? 31.5 / 29 , 31.5 / 29.5 , 31 / 29.5 , 31 / 29 any suggestion ? I went to local optometry to get eyes example and just got a pair of progressive lenses ( later , I have learned that they gave me a 6 - 7 years type of lenses – Varilux Physio ) . When I got it and then I went back and have it redo , because it was blurry ( intermediate ) , and changed power to Sphere 0 Add + 3.00 both sides ( previously + 2.50 ) . But the 2nd time is still blurry , I still have to move my head up , using reading bottom part to work on computer – SO I have wasted $ $ ( only 2 chances they offer ) . With the single vision I used + 1.75 is good . The frame size is : 51 / 14 Any suggestion is very appreciated Thanks December 1 , 2017 | 3 : 27 pm Hi Tim , these are incomplete prescriptions , please see the example below Sphere Add Distance ( ? ) Intermediate ( ? ) and reading ( ? ) - 1 OD + 0.50 + 2.50 OS + 0.50 + 2.50 - 2 OD + 0.75 + 2.25 OS + 0.75 + 2.25 What are the power for Distance , Intermediate , and reading ( separately ) ? STANDARD PRESCRIPTION INTERMEDIATE PRESCRIPTION READING ONLY PRESCRIPTION OD - 3.00 - 0.25 121 OD - 2.00 - 0.25 121 OD - 1.00 - 0.25 121 OS - 2.50 - 0.25 067 OS - 1.50 - 0.25 067 OS - 0.50 - 0.25 067 ADD + 2.00 SH # # PD # # * ADD + 1.00 SH # # PD # # No ADD * ( Optional if near vision needed ) And it ’ s interesting that mostly the pd measurement results are different at different optometry ? Those difference are minor and can be attributed to equipment or practitioner variations . Not enough to make a difference 31.5 / 29 , 31.5 / 29.5 , 31 / 29.5 , 31 / 29 any suggestion ? Those difference are minor and can be attributed to equipment or practitioner variations . Not enough to make a difference I went to local optometry to get eyes example and just got a pair of progressive lenses ( later , I have learned that they gave me a 6 - 7 years type of lenses – Varilux Physio ) . When I got it and then I went back and have it redo , because it was blurry ( intermediate ) , and changed power to Sphere 0 Add + 3.00 both sides ( previously + 2.50 ) . But the 2nd time is still blurry , I still have to move my head up , using reading bottom part to work on computer – SO I have wasted $ $ ( only 2 chances they offer ) . With the single vision I used + 1.75 is good . The frame size is : 51 / 14 Bifocals can be problematic . People in the business usually opt for individual single vision glasses set for the distances they want to use . Semone November 30 , 2017 | 2 : 16 am Hello , I ’ ve been to an optometrist in Mount Barker south of Adelaide ( in my early 30 ’ s ) and was given R - 0.75 and L - 0.50 for the first set of focus ( unsure the technical names ) and was told not to get a reading pair because he wanted my eyes to keep on using the muscles ( possibly same with the second set of focusing ) . I also chose wrap around sunglasses with No1 tint for inside and No3 tint for outside ( which somehow was accidentally made brown ) December 1 , 2017 | 5 : 30 pm Hi Semone , I would recommend that you go for a second opinion with another doctor to make sure your prescription is right . Semone December 1 , 2017 | 6 : 02 pm I agree , Not even two weeks and already freaking out , feel like I ’ m loosing my sight ( as I need it to see my artwork , reading etc ) . The mount barker optometrist maybe right , keep on making my eyes work and not get a prescription that has the stigma thing or even reading kinds . Besides I found nothing wrong with old prescription except that the outdoor tint was fading and frames were loose and beginning to break . Evy December 1 , 2017 | 10 : 01 pm I just got new glasses 3 days ago , my old rx was 1.00 ( I ca n ’ t see far ) my new ex is 2.00 & 2.25 The issue is I ca n ’ t see that well close up with my new glasses it takes a minute to actually focus and everything looks closer then what it actually is . . Far everything looks clear ( especially when I ’ m outside and everything is far away ) but I still ca n ’ t see very clear a sign with letters that ’ s far away . I dont know if something ’ s up with my new glasses or I need some adjustment period . Please advise . Thank you ! ! ! December 4 , 2017 | 5 : 21 pm Hi there , I would suggest you give it more time . They say it can take a week or 2 to adapt to your new prescription , especially if it ’ s a big change like yours . If the problem persists after a couple of weeks you should go back to your eye doctor and have your prescription reevaluated . wendy December 5 , 2017 | 7 : 44 pm Hello ! Got a simple question for you : I had two pairs of glasses made , one for dressier occasions and one for work . They were progressives . I destroyed the pair I had for work and went to have a replacement pair made and was told the prescription was out of date and it was time for a checkup anyway so I went in . Doc told me my script had changed ever so slightly so I picked out frames as close to what I had previously had and had them put in the updated script . When I December 6 , 2017 | 4 : 54 pm Hi Wendy , It is normal to have an adjustment period for a new pair of glasses , but they should not be blurry . I advise you to take your glasses back and have them rechecked and your prescription reevaluated . wendy December 7 , 2017 | 10 : 53 pm Thank you for the response ! I did indeed go back yesterday and ask for help and they are going to recheck the latest script . I figured yes , since there was a slight difference in the lens size , then there would likely be a difference in where the different fields were as in “ where to point your nose ” when you were looking at objects at differing distances . However it still did n ’ t matter , nothing was as clear as it appeared in my old glasses . Appreciate the input ! emir magana December 11 , 2017 | 9 : 07 pm Hello , I just got some new eyeglasses , but I have a problem , I do n ’ t know if it ’ s just my eyes or etong prescription . When I look straight infront of me at like a sign I see the writings a little blurry , but when I look at it from the corner of the glasses I see clearer and when I take them off I see much clearer infront of me , what should I do ? Should I recheck or what should I do ? December 18 , 2017 | 3 : 24 pm All new glasses take some getting used to , I would give it a couple of weeks . If you do not see any changes after the adjustment period , I recommend you go back to have your eyes rechecked and get the prescription reevaluated to make sure it matches . emir magana December 11 , 2017 | 9 : 10 pm Close infront of me I see clear but when i try to read something far away it looks blurry w the glasses but when I take them off it looks much clearer December 18 , 2017 | 3 : 27 pm If your glasses are new , I suggest you give them a couple of weeks adjustment period . If not , I would suggest you get your eyes checked and prescription reevaluated . Polly December 20 , 2017 | 1 : 33 am Howdy , I have new progressive lenses that were remade twice because they said the PD distance on the right lens was off . This manifested in me having to turn my head to the left whenever reading something . Now with the third pair I still have to turn my head to the left but only when the text is on the right , I do n ’ t have to turn my head when the text is on the right . So any advice or reason for the need to move my head in one direction ? A Thanks Polly December 20 , 2017 | 1 : 37 am Sorry , I meant that now with the third pair I have to turn my head to the left when the text is on the Left . But I do n ’ t have to turn my head when the text is on the right . December 20 , 2017 | 3 : 02 pm Depending on the frame you picked and your PD , the pupil distance could be too small for the frame . So the lab that made them is moving the PD out to make it work with the progressive . I would recommend that you go back to where you got them and have that looked into . Buchito December 20 , 2017 | 7 : 53 am I just got my eye glasses today . My prescription is as follows : OD + 1.75 , - 1.00 , 180 OS+ 0.75 When put the glasses on , when I look down or up objects are in angle . When look down , the left side of the object is higher and the right side is the same . When I look up , the left side is lower and the right side is the same . When I look on a rectangular object , the left side is less wide and the right side is normal . Same happens when read any texts . December 20 , 2017 | 3 : 22 pm Hi , do you have a bifocal lens ? Melanie Hernandez December 22 , 2017 | 1 : 17 am Hello , I recently had my eyes checked at my logical eye center . I ca n ’ t see far away with my new glasses . Also I been getting really nasty headaches . Should I visit my eye doctor again ? December 27 , 2017 | 6 : 55 pm Hi Melanie , Yes , definitely get a second opinion and have your glasses checked too . December 27 , 2017 | 6 : 56 pm Hi Melanie , Yes , definitely get your prescription reevaluated and your glasses checked . Louit December 29 , 2017 | 7 : 54 pm Hello . I got my new two new prescription glasses . When I wear them , everything is clear and good except that everything is closer which made me trip twice the other day when I was crossing the street . I visited them twice already and they said its just normal and takes time in getting used to . They did n ’ t want to change my prescription as it is the correct one they said . My prescription is as follows : OD : S+ 0.50 C - 1.00 Ax167 OS S+ 0.25 C - 1.00 C180 Does the prescription made sense ? Thanks a lot for your help . January 3 , 2018 | 7 : 07 pm Hi there We are only an optical lab and can not say whether the script is right or wrong . That is for a professional to examine . Glasses can take up to 2 weeks to get used to a new prescription . If you feel the doctor gave the wrong information , then I would suggest going for a second opinion elsewhere . Kate January 7 , 2018 | 10 : 36 pm Hi , I got new glasses recently . From the start something did n ’ t feel right so I went to check and it turns out that the center of my lenses is 5mm below my eye level . The manager of the place where I got the glasses from tried to tell me that that is normal but “ if I really want to or if I am a person who likes to look through the top of my glasses ( ? ) , they ’ ll fix it for me ” . I do n ’ t January 19 , 2018 | 4 : 54 pm Hi Kate , The center of the eyeglasses should be aligned with your eyes . I would recommend that you get a second opinion and get your glasses fixed . Benedict January 12 , 2018 | 2 : 17 am Hi , I bought new prescription glasses and when I close one eye and see with the other , it ’ s blurrier than the old pair . All the other pairs of glasses even with new prescriptions I seem to see clearer from one eye opened . January 19 , 2018 | 5 : 16 pm Hi Benedict , it seems that your prescription in one eye may be off . Please consult another optometrist for a second opinion . Kiara Woodsland January 19 , 2018 | 4 : 19 am I like that you talked about how you must consider going back to your optometrist if you experience headaches or dizziness while wearing your eyeglasses because this can indicate an error with your prescription glasses . My daughter bought a reading glass on the market . She mentioned that she ’ s experiencing frequent dizziness when she ’ s wearing it . With that being said , it will make sense for my daughter to consult an optometrist and see if there ’ s a need for her to switch to prescription glasses . I will make sure to share St8kout January 20 , 2018 | 9 : 12 pm I had Lasik some 20 years ago but I recently barely passed the DMV vision test , so I figured it ’ s time to go back to glasses . I got the eye exam and ordered expensive ultra - progressive , ultra clarity , high index , photo grey glasses . I was expecting a Donald Sutherland “ Holy Cow ! ” moment like when he got his new glasses in “ Space Cowboys . ” Did n ’ t happen . The floor was blurry and I could n ’ t read anything on their eye - test card . The glasses were actually causing a ghost image in my left eye unless I looked through the very bottom 1 / 8th inch of the lens . They claimed being at fault and are ordering new lenses to extend the reading area up higher , but they still want me January 26 , 2018 | 6 : 17 pm Hi there , That was definitely not the right prescription for you , if you had so much trouble . It does usually take a couple of days to adjust to new glasses , but they should n ’ t be so off . Kya January 26 , 2018 | 3 : 08 am Hi , I just picked up a new prescription yesterday , and have been wearing them often . But today I noticed I had what started as a head ache and turned into a horrible migraine the longer the day progressed . Then I started to feel very nauseated . Once I got home and removed my glasses I felt really dizzy . I took my eyes a moment to adjust . Should I wear them more and fight through it to see if they adjust ? Is this normal ? Or should I save myself the pain and take January 26 , 2018 | 6 : 15 pm Your eyes can take upto a week to get adjusted to new prescription glasses . Give it 4 - 5 more days , if the headache still persists , take them back and have your prescription reevaluated . Imran January 28 , 2018 | 6 : 03 am I recently made new frame with same number as i used to wear . Spherical : ( No Cylinder ) Right : - 3.00 Left : - 2.75 My lenses are anti - blu aspheric lense . Since the time i am using it , i feel problem in looking off - center . If i see things at center , all is fine but off - center , things are like frosted / blurry . In all my previous glasses with same prescription , things around the center were little bulged but not like this . Please suggest what could be reason for this issue ? January 29 , 2018 | 7 : 35 pm Hi Imran , I suggest you go back to your eye doctor and have your eyes checked again and your prescription reevaluated . Katie January 29 , 2018 | 3 : 43 pm I am a student and therefore to study I need clear vision . My new glasses seem to be more of a hindrance than a helping hand . I have gone from a narrow frame to a large “ in trend ” frame which means I feel like I am looking through two large windows which is brilliant . However , I am seeing black spots across my vision and I feel like everything is grainy ? this could be out - of - focus or blurriness but I ’ m not sure ? Has anyone else had this ? Thank you ( : January 29 , 2018 | 7 : 34 pm Hi Katie , You should go back to your eye doctor and have your eyes checked again and your prescription reevaluated . February 6 , 2018 | 12 : 13 pm Three weeks ago I ’ ve gone a got a second opinion and had my new polarized glasses changed . After 3 weeks I still can not see properly especially by the afternoon ( everything seems to “ jump around ” and be out of focus while white things are still too bright ) . My left eye did not become better with the new script ( which has the same measurements as my 6yr old ones ) but my right eye does appreciate the new measurement for stigma thing . Both eyes seem to have trouble with the cellophane Janjan February 9 , 2018 | 6 : 09 pm i was checked by my doctor 2 weeks ago when he checked my eyes he said that my 2 eyes got a bit worse so thats why he prescribed me with a new one and I just recently got it but if i compare it to my old one the old one is a bit better than the new the new seems a bit blurry i cant focus my sight and i get slight nausea but i only got it recently to be honest i just go it now do i need to go back to my doctor ? Janjan February 9 , 2018 | 6 : 16 pm Please reply to me ASAP thank you bcoz its quite a hindrance to my study thank you again February 9 , 2018 | 7 : 11 pm It takes about a week to get adjusted to new prescription eyeglasses . If you are still facing those symptoms after a week , I would suggest you go to your eye doctor and get your eyes checked again an your prescription reevaluated . Goodie February 11 , 2018 | 5 : 00 am I have got new glasses . We i wear them i feel my pupils seems to fluctuate and when i take my glasses little away from my eyes then my vision becomes stable / clear . Why is it happening ? March 14 , 2018 | 5 : 59 pm Please have your eyes checked again and get your prescription reevaluated . scott March 9 , 2018 | 4 : 50 pm I received my new eyeglasses yesterday and noticed that they are a lower power prescription than before my eyes seem to be straining to wear the new glasses went back to the store and they said it was n ’ t that much of a difference and to give it a week . . can my eyes go back to a lesser power May 18 , 2018 | 5 : 05 pm Yes , it is possible that your eyes went back to a lesser power . Ryan March 26 , 2018 | 4 : 52 pm I just got a new pair of glasses it ’ s been 11yrs since my last prescription which I rarely wore . Now this new par I have warn for 3 days and it ’ s blurry for things far away . I ca n ’ t see things to well far away and the glasses do n ’ t seem to be helping . I understand my eyes need adjusting but how long does that take . They where supposed to help me for distance and not so far . Is it normal for it to be blurry when Ryan April 2 , 2018 | 4 : 54 pm I have been wearing glasses for my whole life . I got new ones because my old glasses were starting to fall apart . I went to the eye doctor who said my prescription did n ’ t change . Ordered new glasses but my left eye lens is different than on my old glasses . It ’ s like a different focus on it . Does this happen or should I go back and have my glasses compared ? May 18 , 2018 | 5 : 04 pm It is always better to go back to your eye doctor and have your glasses compared . Kimi April 11 , 2018 | 2 : 56 am Hi , I am having a hard time getting my rgp contacts to fit correctly so my dr . has suggested I wear glasses for 2 weeks to get a correct script . He gave me a script for glasses in Jan that I did n ’ t get made and then gave me a new one in March that I did get made . I picked them up today and can not see out of the left lens . It is blurry . The 2 scripts are not the same and I am wondering if it was a typo . I Jan script - OD + 3.50 - 4.75 028 + 1.75 OS + 3.75 - 4.75 152 + 1.75 March script - OD+ 3.50 - 4.75 028 + 1.75 OS + 3.50 - 5.25 052 + 1.75 THanks ! May 18 , 2018 | 5 : 02 pm It ’ s possible the doctor messed up numbers on the one in March , but it ’ s also possible your prescription changed since that time . You should take the glasses back to the doctor to be rechecked and also have your eyes rechecked to make sure it was n ’ t an error on the doctor ’ s part . Barb April 27 , 2018 | 7 : 36 pm I found out my son got wrong PD at optometrist . ( Was given 50 , should be 55 ) . My son has some strabismus still after two eye surgeries . My son is 27 and has special needs so hard to determine if seeing okay . When I asked Dr about it , if should remake glasses , he said his PD did n ’ t matter since his eyes work independently of each other . Is this true ? I am a bit worried that they did not want to spend the money remaking the lenses so May 18 , 2018 | 5 : 14 pm We can not be sure about that without looking at your son . I would recommend , however , to get a second opinion from another eye doctor . Whitney August 11 , 2018 | 5 : 29 pm My eye doctors office said there is only a 2mm give . I measured 66 and 67 at different offices so I brought that up and was told that ’ s fine . But 5mm off seems a bit of a problem . I have a low script too and it ’ s more important for stronger scripts . Isaac Quezzi April 30 , 2018 | 9 : 33 am I received my new ( usual ) single vision glasses a few weeks ago . It ’ s been 2 years since my last lense update so I expected a small change . The right eye is clear , but the left eye is super blurry , Its causing double vision . Its difficult for me to have an adjustment time when I ca n ’ t read or see clearly . I keep using my old glasses prolonging it … Should I visit my eye doc Or am I being impatient ? OD + 2 .75 - 1.00 . 17.1 + 1.00 OS - 3.25 - 1.25 . 17.1 . + 1.00 May 18 , 2018 | 5 : 24 pm Hi Isaac , You should definitely see an eye doctor and get a second opinion . Jessica Roque June 5 , 2018 | 10 : 43 am Hi ! I just got my glasses ( - 1.75 ) . I ’ ve never worn one before . When I got it I tried to read some small letters from a distance , and made my sister , with a normal vision , read it at the same ditance . Seems that I ca n ’ t particularly read / recognize letters like my younger sister does . Is it a sign of wrong prescription . Is my glasses suppose to make things appear larger and nearer or will it only correct / straighten it ? Because mine valab June 13 , 2018 | 1 : 25 am i just got a new pair of glasses with bifocal , which is a first for me . The problem I have is that I cant see anything close up with the top part / or non bifocal part of my glasses . getting used to the bifocal is one thing , but why cant i see at all thru the top part of my glasses close up ? ? ? if i get another pair made without the bifocal will i not be able to see at all up close ? this is not what i wanted or expected and i really cant afford to go back for another prescription and my insurance wont pay again for a year . what is going on with me not being able to see up close unless its thru the bifocal ? ? ? Heather Jones June 29 , 2018 | 3 : 34 am I always have trouble with glasses prescriptions . . usually they have to remake the lenses once or twice . My biggest problem is that I can find the clear sweet spot with my left eye but my right eye is blurry . If I keep my head still and cover my left eye , the right eye is blurry and I have to turn my head to my right and tip my chin down slightly in order to see more clearly with my right eye … I tell the optician that I think that the prescription is in the wrong spot on my right lens . He tells me that they are in the correct spot . Shelly July 18 , 2018 | 3 : 37 pm Hello , I recently got my eyes tested and purchased glasses . My prescription has not changed from my last exam from 4 years ago with a different optometrist . I ’ m unable to see words on the tv crystal clear although I can still see them . I was always able to see every detail my whole life with new glasses . I went back to the optometrist and he told me that it ’ s normal for them to give me a weaker prescription rather than a stronger one . He said if you are over 25 they typically Liz July 21 , 2018 | 1 : 30 am I ’ ve had my glasses for two days to help with dizziness ( they do – binocular dysfunction correction ) . But things are blurry ( one eye in distance , one eye in close up ) . I have cheek & pain and one of my eyes is bloodshot . I called my eye dr twice to come in to look at the prescription for the pain ; maybe do a single vision with reading glasses . But she wants me to try to get used to them for a week and a half . The face pain Ana July 24 , 2018 | 7 : 18 pm Hi ! I have a prescription for glasses OD - 5.25 , - 0.50 0 axis Os - 5.25 , - 0.50 175 axis . Problem is that the optical that made my glasses gave me in both eyes - 5.75 , + 0.50 70 axis and said that this is normal because they made some optometry calculation . I ’ m not an optometrist but this does not feel right . What is your opinion . Thank you ! Whitney August 11 , 2018 | 5 : 27 pm I recently had 2 eye exams done to verify prescription as I had a problem with new eyeglasses I ’ d purchased . My axis is different on both . About 166 / 168 on one and 5 on the other . My script from 2014 is about 170 . The eye doc said the 5 is fine , but I ’ m concerned that my glasses are going to be incorrect . What do you think ? I did n ’ t think my old pair with the 170 was very good but that could be the lense material Heather September 17 , 2018 | 9 : 37 pm My previous pair of glasses had PD 60 and worked fine for many years . I just had PD measured with a machine for my new glasses and it was 56 . I have a high prescription ( - 8 both eyes ) so it matters . Which PD should I go with ? thanks ! - H November 27 , 2018 | 2 : 35 pm I would go with what your doctor measured . Musa Siddique September 23 , 2018 | 7 : 02 pm My new glasses have the same prescription as my old ones , but i cant see sharp with my new glasses as sharp i can see with my old ones , and it ’ s been 2 - 3 weeks and i am having blurry vision . Please help me regarding this Cara October 30 , 2018 | 8 : 17 pm I have been wearing hi - index progressive lenses for a few years now and I just got a new Rx . I can see fine at close and mid vision but when I try to see far it is seems clear , but necessarily crisp . Letters on road signs are just slightly off , the outer edges are not clear until I get closer . Is this an adjust period issue ? I do n ’ t have any other problems like headaches or dizziness . harry November 8 , 2018 | 6 : 50 pm so I got my glasses two days ago and my left lens is comfortable where as to my right is uncomfortable and a bit blurry so what should I do ? Trackback URL http : / / blog . myeyewear2go . com / how - do - i - know - if - my - glasses - prescription - is - wrong / trackback / | [
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http://blog.nativepartnership.org/what-is-tribal-sovereignty/ | What is Tribal Sovereignty ? By Murray Lee for PWNA | Published : September 9 , 2014 Lately , there has been much focus on sovereignty , a huge issue for tribes . And this is important in that it can perhaps bring to light the unique relationships that exist between the United States and the Indian nations . This starts with the need to understand just what “ sovereignty ” is and how that meaning is interpreted , for sovereignty is a complex juggernaut of legal and ethical issues involving Native American tribes and state governments , as well as the federal government . Consider this : For many tribes , sovereignty means the ability to manage their own affairs and exist as nations that are recognized as having control over their own destinies . It means to live unencumbered by the yoke of an outside power determining and re - determining their fate . Unfortunately , this has been the nature of the relationship between Native American tribes and the United States since the very earliest treaties . For the federal government , U.S. tribal sovereignty means that Native American tribes are “ domestic dependent nations ” that exist within the boundaries of the U.S. and that they are wards of the U.S. , even though they may operate and manage some internal tribal affairs . From the U.S. viewpoint , tribes do not exist as truly sovereign and independent nations . Because of this disconnect about what tribal sovereignty means , there are those non - Natives that feel Native Americans are “ super citizens ” or have special rights that they themselves do not have . This could not be further from the truth . Historically , Native Americans have had to fight tooth and nail for recognition and to compel the United States to live up to its treaty obligations . A disconnect also exists in the way various tribes may conduct business . Throughout history , some tribes have been selected to act “ as sovereign government entities similar to states within our federal system . ” Yet , other tribes have not been given this opportunity . So , the levels of experience tribes have in independently managing their affairs varies greatly due to extreme economic and social injustices imposed upon these tribes by the U.S . There are , however , both positives and negatives to the issue of tribal sovereignty : Positives : To allow tribes to live and exist as truly sovereign nations is to give them back dominion they had before the arrival of Europeans . It allows them to manage and control their own destinies and to operate without incursions into their legal and business affairs by the states and the United States . Negatives : After centuries of conflict and relocation and removal and assimilation , many Native American tribes no longer have rights to the natural resources in their original homelands . Just how does a tribal nation that has become dependent on federal assistance now become self - sufficient and self - determining in the truest sense of the word … not just internally for select tribal affairs , but in all aspects of tribal management ? 1st woman Chief , Eastern Band of Cherokee , http : / / bit . ly / JoyceDuggan Given these realities , how do we move forward , define and enact sovereignty for all Native American tribes ? That is a very complex and open - ended question . Perhaps we need to start by agreeing on what “ sovereignty ” means . Then move forward from that definition to define what it means for the tribes and for the U.S. Yet , even the definition of “ sovereignty ” is a complex quandary . As a former chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee stated “ Many people still have a hard time today understanding sovereignty . What does this sovereignty of Indian nations mean ? I have a hard time with it too because we ’ re not sovereign in this nation . If we were sovereign in this nation we would not have to depend on federal government dollars . We would not have to go to the state for gaming approvals . We would be able to live independently in our own nation , which is what we were doing in 1838 at the time of the removal . ” Thus , we need to educate tribal members as well as non - Natives about what sovereignty truly means . An ongoing discussion of tribal sovereignty can perhaps define , through new legal precedents , the way that the federal government and the states can interact with tribes … can perhaps project a clearer understanding of why sovereignty is important , and how it does not encroach on the rights of other Americans but rather complements the very ideal on which the U.S. was founded – independence . Facebook Comments Share 173 Tweet 7 Share Mail Print 180 Total Shares This entry was posted in Humanitarian and tagged American Indian National Relief Charities Native American sovereignty treaties tribal affairs tribal recognition . Bookmark the permalink . Trackbacks are closed , but you can post a comment The Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 National POW / MIA Recognition Day 6 Comments John Green Posted June 22 , 2015 at 9 : 57 pm | Permalink Both my mother ’ s and father ’ s families have been here since before the USA came into existence so I have benefitted from my ancestors mistreatment of those who were here before the arrival of the Europeans . How can we work together to come up with a just solution ? I really want to help . How ? Reply Moderator Posted July 7 , 2015 at 7 : 32 am | Permalink John , the single most impactful thing you can do is get informed and be a voice of social equality in support of Native Americans . I also mentioned a few other things under your other comment . Hope this helps ! We are moved by your sincerity . Reply John Green Posted June 22 , 2015 at 9 : 59 pm How can I or other non - indigenous people help to make the situation just ? Moderator Posted July 7 , 2015 at 6 : 19 am John , you ask a great question . There are many ways to help . For instance , you can learn a lot by following our blog where we discuss realities about life on the reservations , misconceptions and stereotypes held by the public about reservation life and Native Americans in general , and policies that help or hinder tribal economic and social development . You can also help the cause by donating to our programs or to other charities serving Native Americans , as fewer than one percent of philanthropic support goes to support Native causes . Sovereign Citizen Posted March 17 , 2016 at 11 : 28 am By law we are all sovereign . We consent our own rights away . If you look at things like the drivers license and birth certificate we are legally giving ownership to the government . A legal corporation . I am with you on this and Native Americans have far more sovereignty than us European immigrants . You ’ re country was hijacked by the Catholic Church , via the Pope and Jesuits in 1776 . Troy Owens Posted October 22 , 2018 at 10 : 06 pm Hello , my name means just what our government permits us as Indigenous peoples . Why this happens is how we all perceive our own rights to justify our past causes . War was that reciprocity of lands for fighting for others ’ rights . When Indians chose to fight , the outcome would initially be the rights a federal justice would have to protect on basis of the approval , with those that settled by agreements as payments . Today , all the oaths given meant nothing . To a traditional Indian , respect and truth is to honor | [
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http://blog.naturalhealthyconcepts.com/2018/04/13/inositol-hexanicotinate/ | You are here Our Blog Nutrition Supplements What is Inositol Hexanicotinate What is Inositol Hexanicotinate By Angela Halderson RD on April 13 2018 in Nutrition Supplements Send to Kindle Inositol hexanicotinate is a name that crams more syllables into just two words than most of us are probably used to Its also the name for a form of niacin that lacks a flushing effect Many people want the potential benefits of niacin without the uncomfortable reality of flushing the redness hot flashes and itching Even though these symptoms are temporary just a few minutes they can be distressing enough to keep someone from taking niacin at all even if they need it This is why scientists found a way to deliver much the same effect without the potential discomfort Inositol Hexanicotinate What it Isnt If you were to Google inositol youd find many sites talking about vitamin B8 a vitamin no longer referred to as a B vitamin yet still plays an important role in the body Inositol hexanicotinate isnt just another form of inositol instead its more closely associated with vitamin B3 known as niacin Things get interesting however when inositol hexanicotinate starts to be digested What happens When Inositol Hexanicotinate is Digested Inositol Hexanicotinate has two metabolites the chemicals that this substance breaks down into in the body niacin and inositol Because niacin is produced only after the substance is largely through with the digestive process it doesnt produce the same flushing effect of niacin consumed directly Users also have the added benefit of inositol giving this supplement something of a two for one effect Weve covered in other posts just how potentially beneficial both niacin and inositol are for the human body and the problems that can arise when the body is deficient in one or both Well review here a few of these potential problems Being low on niacin could potentially give people issues with their skin People low in niacin may have digestive complaints not present in those with adequate dietary niacin People low in niacin may have complaints related to regular nervous system function Those who dont get enough inositol may have problems regulating their general sense of wellbeing Other problems related to thoughts and feelings are sometimes reported Women who are or may become pregnant may have potentially better outcomes when they have a diet that is adequate in inositol or who supplement their diet to a sufficient degree What Inositol Hexanicotinate is Not The reason that inositol hexanicotinate is advertised as flushfree niacin and not niacin and inositol in one pill is that it is difficult if not impossible to correctly understand just how much of inositol is being delivered and absorbed by the individual patient At least with isolates of either niacin or inositol there is no question about how much of each medication is being provided And with inositol hexanicotinate the metabolization and absorption of niacin are predictable and fairly consistent The bodys absorption of the resulting inositol is not as well understood so inositol hexanicotinate should not be used as a primary delivery mechanism of vitamin b8 for someone who is deficient For people who want to take niacin but who find that its flushing effect is too uncomfortable or inconvenient after all who likes to look like theyre having a minor allergic reaction at work may find an ally in inositol hexanicotinate If niacin is necessary from a medical perspective its wise to consult with a physician or dietary authority to make sure that this alternative is right for you For most people however inositol hexanicotinate is potentially a welltolerated supplement with potential benefits for many aspects of the body and mind Its widely available in pill capsule and powder forms from synthetic or natural sources Maybe this supplement could be just what youre looking for About Angela Halderson RD View all posts by Angela Halderson RD behavior cognition Digestion flush free flushing Inositol Hexanicotinate Mood nerve function niacin skin health vitamin b3 Inositol Supplement Review of Benefits Side Effects and More Whats the Best Milk Thistle to Use Comments are closed Categories Fitness Exercise Healthy Recipes Health Challenges Parenting Health News Health Tips Natural Cosmetics Nutrition Politics Nutrition Supplements Like us on Facebook Like us on Facebook Meta Entries RSS Comments RSS WordPressorg | [
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http://blog.ncliving.com/2009/04/revenue-stamps-on-real-estate-transactions/ | Back To Blog Share Calculating revenue stamps on NC real estate transactions By Jochen Lucke Posted Monday , Apr 6 , 2009 Have you ever wondered how to calculate the revenue stamps ( excise tax ) on the sale of real estate in North Carolina ? The tax rate is $ 2 per $ 1,000 of the sales price . So if you purchase a home or land for $ 900,000 , the revenue tax would be $ 900,000 divided by 1,000 and multiplied by 2 , which equals $ 1,800 . I hope this clarifies howto calculate the revenue stamps on the sale of property in North Carolina . Incidentally , this tax has not been raised since 1991 . Tags Cashiers Highlands Home Lake Glenville Lake Toxaway Land New Deed North Carolina Exercise Tax Real Estate Real Estate For Sale Revenue Stamps Sale Real Estate News | [
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http://blog.nuclearsecrecy.com/2013/12/23/kilotons-per-kilogram/ | Restricted Data Meditations Kilotons per kilogram by Alex Wellerstein , published December 23rd , 2013 Nuclear weapons can be made to have pretty much as much of a bang as one wants to make them , but with increased explosive yield comes an increased weapon weight . We always talk vaguely about being able to make H - bombs to arbitrarily high yields , but recently I ’ ve been mulling over this fact somewhat quantitatively . I gave a talk last month at the History of Science Society Meeting on US interest in 50 - 100 MT bombs around the time of the Limited Test Ban Treaty , and while working on this paper I got slightly obsessed with what is known as the yield - to - weight ratio . Little Boy — a big bang compared to a conventional bomb , but still a very crude nuclear bomb . What makes nuclear weapons impressive and terrible is that their default yield - to - weight ratio — that is , the amount of bang per mass , usually expressed in terms of kilotons per kilogram ( kt / kg ) — is much , much higher than conventional explosives . Take TNT for example . A ton of TNT weighs , well , a ton . By definition . So that ’ s 0.001 kilotons per 1,000 kilograms ; or 0.000001 kt / kg . By comparison , even a crude weapon like the Little Boy bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima was about 15 kilotons in a 4,400 kg package : 0.003 kt / kg . That means that the Little Boy bomb had an energy density three orders of magnitude higher than a regular TNT bomb would . Now , TNT is n ’ t the be - all and end - all of conventional explosives , but no conventional explosive gets that much boom for its buck compared to a nuke . The Little Boy yield is much lower than the hypothetical energy density of uranium - 235 . For every kilogram of uranium - 235 that completely fissions , it releases about 17 kt / kg . That means that less than a kilogram of uranium - 235 fissioned in the Little Boy bomb to release its 15 kilotons of energy . Knowing that there was 64 kg of uranium in the bomb , that means that something like 1.3 % of the uranium in the weapon actually underwent fission . So right off the bat , one could intuit that this is something that could probably be improved upon . Fat Man — a lot better use of fissile material than Little Boy , but no more efficient in terms of yield - to - weight . The Fat Man bomb had a much better use of fissile material than Little Boy . Its yield was n ’ t that much better ( around 20 kilotons ) , but it managed to squeeze that ( literally ) out of only 6.2 kilograms of plutonium - 239 . Pu - 239 releases around 19 kilotons per kilogram that completely fissions , so that means that around 15 % of the Fat Man core ( a little under 1 kg of plutonium ) underwent fission . But the bomb itself still weighed 4,700 kg , making its yield - to - weight ratio a mere 0.004 Why , despite the improve efficiency and more advanced design of Fat Man , was the yield ratio almost identical to Little Boy ? Because in order to get that 1 kg of fissioning , it required a very heavy apparatus . The explosive lenses weighed something like 2,400 kilograms just by themselves . The depleted uranium tamper that held the core together and reflected neutrons added another 120 kilograms . The aluminum sphere that held the whole apparatus together weighed 520 kilograms . The ballistic case ( a necessary thing for any actual weapon ! ) weighed another 1,400 kg or so . All of these things were necessary to make the bomb either work , or be a droppable bomb . So it ’ s unsurprising to learn that improving yield - to - weight ratios was a high order of business in the postwar nuclear program . Thermonuclear fusion ups the ante quite a bit . Lithium - deuteride ( LiD ) , the most common and usable fusion fuel , yields 50 kilotons for every kilogram that undergoes fusion — so fusion is nearly 3 times more energetic per weight than fission . So the more fusion you add to a weapon , the better the yield - to - weight ratio , excepting for the fact that all fusion weapons require a fission primary and usually also have very heavy tampers . I took all of the reported American nuclear weapon weights and yields from Carey Sublette ’ s always - useful website , put them into the statistical analysis program R , and created this semi - crazy - looking graph of American yield - to - weight ratios : The horizontal ( x ) axis is the yield in kilotons ( on a logarithmic scale ) , the vertical ( y ) axis is the weight in kilograms ( also on a log scale ) . In choosing which of the weights and yields to use , I ’ ve always picked the lowest listed weights and the highest listed yields — because I ’ m interested in the optimal state of the art . The individual scatter points represent models of weapons . The size of each point represents how many of them were produced ; the color A few points of interest here . You can see Little Boy ( Mk - 1 ) , Fat Man ( Mk - 3 ) , and the postwar Fat Man improvements ( Mk - 4 — same weight , bigger yield ) at the upper left , between 0.01 kt / kg and 0.001 kt / kg . This is a nice benchmark for fairly inefficient fission weapons . At upper right , you can see the cluster of the first H - bomb designs ( TX - 16 , EC - 17 , Mk - 17 , EC What a chart like this lets you do , then , is start to think in a really visual and somewhat quantitative way about the sophistication of late nuclear weapon designs . You can see quite readily , for example , that radical reductions in weight , like the sort required to make small tactical nuclear weapons , generally results in a real decrease in efficiency . Those are the weapons in the lower left corner , pretty much the only weapons in the Little Boy / Fat Man efficiency range ( or worse ) . One can also see that there are a few general trends in design development over time if one looks at how the colors trend . First there is a movement down and to the right ( less weight , more yield — improved fission bombs ) ; there is also a movement sharply up and to the right ( high weight , very high yield — thermonuclear weapons ) which then moves down and to the left again ( high yield , lower weight — improved thermonuclear weapons ) . There is also the splinter of low - weight , low - yield tactical weapons as well that jots off to the lower left . In the middle - right is what appears to be sweet spot , ” the place where all US weapons currently in the stockpile end up , in the 0.1 - 3 kt / kg range , especially the 2 - 3 kt / kg range : These are the bombs like the W - 76 or the B - 61 — bombs with “ medium ” yield warheads ( 100s rather than 1,000s of kilo tons ) in relatively low weight packages ( 100s rather than 1000s of kilo grams ) . These are the weapons take advantage of the fact that they are expected to be relatively accurate ( and thus do n ’ t need to be in the multi - megaton range to have strategic implications ) , along with what are apparently sophisticated thermonuclear design tricks ( like spherical secondaries ) to squeeze a lot of energy out of what is a relatively small amount of material . Take the W - 76 for example : its manages to get 100 kilotons of yield out of 164 kilograms . If we assume that it is a Shaquille O ’ Neal weighs . Such weapons are n ’ t the most efficient . Weapon designer Theodore Taylor wrote in 1987 that 6 kiloton / kilogram had been pretty much the upper limit of what had even been achieved . 1 Only a handful of weapons got close to that . The most efficient weapon in the US stockpile was the Mk - 41 , a ridiculously high yield weapon ( 25 megatons ) that made up for its weight with a lot of fusion energy . The components of the B - 61 nuclear weapon — the warhead is the bullet - shape in the mid - left . The B - 61 was designed for flexibility , not miniaturization , but it ’ s still impressive that it could get 20X the Hiroshima bomb ’ s output out of that garbage - can sized warhead . But given that high efficiency is tied to high yields — and relatively high weights — it ’ s clear that the innovations that allowed for the placing of warheads on MIRVed , submarine - launched platforms are still pretty impressive . The really magical range seems to be for weapons that in the hundred kiloton range ( more than 100 kilotons but under a megaton ) , yet under 1,000 kilograms . Every one of those dates from after 1962 , and probably involves the real breakthroughs in warhead design that were first used with the Operation Dominic test What ’ s the payoff of thinking about these kinds of numbers ? One is that it allows you to see where innovations have been made , even if you know nothing about how the weapon works . In other words , yield - to - weight ratios can provide a heuristic for making sense of nuclear design sophistication , comparing developments over time without caring about the guts of the weapon itself . It also allows you to make cross - national comparisons in the same fashion . The French nuclear arsenal apparently developed weapons in that same miniaturized yield - to - weight range of the United States by the 1970s — apparently with some help from the United States — and so we can probably assume that they know whatever the United States figured out about miniaturized H - bomb design in the 1960s . The Tsar Bomba : a whole lot of boom , but a whole lot of weight . The US thought they could make the same amount of boom for half the weight . Or , to take another tack , and returning to the initial impetus for me looking at this topic , we know that the famous “ Tsar Bomba ” of the Soviet Union weighed 27,000 kilograms and had a maximum yield of 100 Mt , giving it a yield - to - weight ratio of “ only ” 3.43 kilotons / kilograms . That ’ s pretty high , but not for a weapon that used so much fusion energy . It was clear to the Atomic Energy Commission that the Soviets had just scaled up a traditional H - kind of ridiculous 11 kt / kg ratio . ( In this estimate , they noted that the weapon might have an impractically large diameter as a result , perhaps because the secondary was spherical as opposed to cylindrical . ) So we can see , without really knowing much about the US had in mind , that it was planning something very , very different from what the Soviets set off . It ’ s this black box approach that I find so interesting about these ratios . It ’ s a crude tool , to be sure , but a tool nonetheless . By looking at the broad trends , we get insights into the specifics , and peel back the veil just a tiny bit . Theodore B . Taylor , “ Third Generation Nuclear Weapons , ” Scientific American 256 , No . 4 ( April 1987 ) , 30 - 39 , on 34 : “ The yield - to - weight ratios of pure fission warheads have ranged from a low of about .0005 kiloton per kilogram to a high of about .1 kiloton per kilogram . [ … ] The overall yield - to - weight ratio of strategic thermonuclear warheads has been as high as about six kilotons per kilogram . Although the maximum theoretical ratios are 17 and 50 kilotons per kilogram respectively for fission and fusion reactions , the maximum yield - to - weight ratio for U.S. weapons has probably come close to the practical limit owing to various Tweet Tags : 1940s 1950s 1960s Bomb design Graphic design H - bomb Nuclear testing This entry was posted on Monday , December 23rd , 2013 at 9 : 20 am and is filed under Meditations . 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http://blog.nwf.org/2013/10/the-wildlife-benefits-of-acorns-and-oaks/ | Wildlife Facts The Wildlife Benefits of Acorns and Oaks Roger Di Silvestro | October 16 , 2013 The time of year has come during which , when I ’ m reading in the evening in the silence of my home , I hear a sharp thwack ! on the roof , followed by an increasingly quieter bump bump bump bump . A blue jay carries three acorns in its beak in this National Wildlife Photo Contest entry from Murray Head . More than 100 vertebrate species feed on acorns Ah yes , the annual attack of the oak trees has commenced , signaled by the sound of acorns storming the roof . And so it goes , for hours , for days . Future generations of oak trees are looking for a little spot of soil to call their own , but ending up — many of them , anyway — in the rain gutters of my house . We all know that from tiny acorns mighty oak trees grow , but we should add that from tiny acorns also grow deer , gray squirrels , red squirrels , chipmunks , wild turkeys , crows , flying squirrels , rabbits , opossums , blue jays , quail , raccoons , wood ducks — more than 100 U.S. vertebrate species eat acorns . In autumn and winter , the acorn is the cheeseburger of the forest ecosystem — fairly easy to find and nicely packaged . They are one of the most valuable food resources available for wildlife . Acorns as Food Like wine , acorns come in two basic types : red and white , depending on the type of oak they come from . About 90 of the world ’ s 400 oak species are native to the United States . White oaks , which grow leaves with rounded lobes and drop acorns every year , include species such as the chinkapin , swamp chestnut oak , live oak and post oak . The red oaks ( sometimes called black oaks ) , which bear leaves with pointed lobes and drop acorns every other year , include scrub , willow , southern red , blackjack and black oak . A black oak in Illinois by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Raymond Silva . Acorns from black oaks are not as palatable to wildlife as acorns from white oaks , but they are highly nutritional . Also like their red and white counterparts in wine , a fine red acorn with hints of fiber and overtures of carbohydrate will include more tannin than will a white acorn . This difference in tannin , an astringent chemical common in plants , affects how wildlife use acorns . Although acorns from the red group of oaks tend to be higher in fat , protein , calories and fiber than do acorns from white oaks , the astringent quality ( think of how you pucker up when you bite into unripe fruit ) of red acorns makes them less palatable to wildlife , both due to taste and digestibility . Ergo , animals vacuum up acorns from the white oak group with more gusto than they do the reds . However , acorns from white oaks germinate shortly after nestling into the earth , while reds lie dormant for months , meaning that reds will be available as a food longer . Wildlife will turn to nuts from the red - oak group in winter and into spring , when the white varieties are gone . Acorns can compose more than 75 percent of a white - tailed deer ’ s diet in late fall and early winter . Deer and other animals , including black bears , alter their distribution patterns in response to acorn production . When an acorn crop is especially good , deer may produce more twin fawns , thanks to improved nutrition . A failed acorn season can cause wildlife populations dependent on acorns to decline . Acorn Generations A single oak tree can produce thousands of acorns in one season . My patio in autumn can become covered with acorns , like a carpet of crunchy ball bearings , and a walk in the backyard can turn into a gauntlet of pelting acorns , stinging to head and shoulders . The blasted acorns are everywhere . Which raises a point you may find interesting . Wild things have two strategies for ensuring that they produce enough offspring to keep the species going — individuals of some species mature fast , produce a lot of young , and die soon ( think mice or rabbits ) ; in other species , individuals mature slowly , reproduce slowly , but live long ( think of African elephants , with their two - year gestation period usually resulting in a single calf , with females beginning to breed in their mid teens and preferring to mate with males older than 40 , and adults sometimes living into their 70s ) . Long life tends to equal low birth rates , because the individuals have time over the years to produce at least two offspring that mature and reproduce . An oak tree may live for centuries , but they produce hundreds of thousands of acorns , reproductive success rate . The reason , of course , is all those animals feeding on the nuts . The mighty oak tree is a sitting duck . Mast A squirrel holds a walnut in Danny Brown ’ s National Widllife Photo Contest entry . Walnuts , like acorns , belong to a food group biologists call “ mast . ” Oaks are not alone in producing nuts attractive to wildlife ( and people ; American Indians ate acorns ) . Pecans , walnuts and other nuts , along with acorns , belong to the food group ecologists call “ mast . ” Studies of mast abundance help predict how well species such as deer and squirrels will do in a given year . Of course acorns are not the only things oaks contribute to wildlife survival . The trees also offer shade and shelter , leaves and twigs for building nests and even for eating , and participate in the globe ’ s exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide as well as in how water moves through an ecosystem . If you want to provide oaks for wildlife , depending on where you live ( get advice from local nurseries ) you might want to plant bluejack , southern red or water oak for their high - fat acorns , says the University of Florida ’ s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences , or blackjack , willow or southern red oak for high - calorie acorns Become a Wildlife Gardener with National Wildlife Federation . It ’ s free and you ’ ll get great wildlife gardening tips and learn how to certify your garden as an official habitat . Wildlife Facts | acorns campus ecology Certified Wildlife Habitat forests Gardening Gardening for Wildlife nature OAK Trees wildlife Written by Roger Di Silvestro | [
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http://blog.nwf.org/2013/11/6-tips-for-feeding-wild-turkeys-with-your-garden/ | Garden Habitats Wildlife Facts 6 Tips for Feeding Wild Turkeys with Your Garden Danielle Brigida David Mizejewski | November 22 , 2013 Wild turkey in a garden . Credit : Joanna Sivers The wild turkey is one of the most recognizable birds in all of North America and a symbol of the holiday season . As these fascinating and adaptable birds are becoming increasingly common backyard visitors and popular birdwatching subjects , you can turn your own yard or garden into a natural buffet to support them . Instead of focusing on the turkey on your dinner plate , consider what food sources you can offer wild turkeys and increase your chances of seeing and enjoying them right outside your window . Here ’ s how to fill the wild turkey ’ s proverbial “ plate ” with food year - round . Feeding Wild Turkeys the Natural Way Wild Turkey ’ s Range provided by Nature Serve Plant Native Oaks : Acorns are a key food source for wild turkeys . By planting native oaks , like red oak , chestnut oak and black oak , you ’ ll supply them with plenty of acorns to eat . Turkeys eat acorns in fall and winter and in many oak forests you can even notice a V - shaped scratching in the leaf litter ( a sure sign of wild turkeys ) . Many other wildlife species rely on acorns as a food source too , so you ’ ll be feeding more than just turkeys when you plant native oaks . Plant Other Nut and Berry - Producing Plants : In addition to oak acorns , other staples of the wild turkey diet include beech nuts , pecans , hickory nuts , crabapples , and hackberries . By planting native nut and berry - producing plants you ’ ll provide turkeys with the natural foods they ’ ve consumed for thousands of years . Other planting suggestions include black cherry trees , blueberries , wild grapes and dogwood . They ’ ll consume cacti fruits in arid areas . They will even consume poison ivy berries ( along with dozens of other bird species ) . Offer Seeds and Browse : Turkeys browse on plant buds and shoots in the early spring and feed off fern fronds , club mosses , and weeds such as burdock , especially when there is a lot of snow cover and other foods are hard to find . Grasses , sedges and many wildflowers provide wild turkeys with seeds to eat . We do n ’ t encourage attracting turkeys with birdseed from feeders , mostly because artificially feeding turkeys causes them to lose their natural fear of people * . Grit and Gravel : Turkeys will swallow grit to help them digest their food . Offer grit by placing a shallow bowl filled with sand , fine gravel , sterlized ground eggshells or ground oyster shells . Or just keep a patch of sandy soil free of plants . Stop Using Pesticides : Aside from the direct harm you can cause wildlife by using pesticides , by not using these chemicals you ’ ll make sure that turkeys have plenty of much - needed protein in the form of insects . About ten percent of an adult wild turkey ’ s diet consists of small animals , including insects such as stink bugs , grasshoppers , and ground beetles , as well as snails , slugs , worms , spiders and other invertebrates . Turkey chicks , called poults , begin foraging shortly after hatching for invertebrates , which make up a large portion of their diet as they grow . Turkeys will actually help keep invertebrate pests in check for you , and there are many organic gardening techniques you can also use to control pest outbreaks . Leave the Leaves : By leaving some dead plant matter in your garden , you ’ re providing habitat for the small animals that are a key part of a turkey ’ s diet . Turkeys forage for invertebrates in the leaf litter and also enjoy eating salamanders , frogs , snakes , and lizards that also live in the fallen leaves or decaying logs . Bonus Tip : Provide a water source in addition to providing natural food sources . By providing a backyard pond or even a birdbath placed directly on the ground you ’ ll supply clean drinking water for the turkeys . This year , learn more about turkeys than just the best recipes cook them . Discover the intriguing natural history of the wild turkey , make turkey - inspired crafts and laugh at amusing turkey trivia Wild Turkey Chick . Credit : Nick Kerosky . Male wild turkeys are territorial and can occasionally become aggressive , especially during the spring breeding season . This often happens when wild turkeys are being artificially fed with feeders and have lost their natural fear of people , so avoid doing that . If turkeys are cleaning up spilled seed from songbird feeders , take those feeders down . If you have plenty of native plants in your yard , all the birds will have plenty of natural foods to eat . If you encounter a turkey that ’ s got something to prove , assert your dominance by standing your ground and chasing it away by walking towards it with a broom or rake or spraying it with a garden hose , to remind it where it fits in the pecking order . Male turkeys are large and intimidating and do have sharp spurs on their legs , but generally pose little actual threat of harm to humans . If you find that the wild turkeys in your yard are too much trouble , we recommend putting automatic sprinklers in your yard A wild turkey in a field of buttercups . Photo by National Wildlife Photo Contest entrant Monte Loomis . Sign up for our free Garden for Wildlife newsletter . You ’ ll get great wildlife gardening tips and learn how to have your yard your garden recognized as Certified Wildlife Habitat . 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http://blog.online.saintleo.edu/4-Steps-To-Finding-A-Sports-Management-Internship | 4 Steps To Finding A Sports Management Internship Degree Programs Posted by Mary Beth Erskine on Sep 9 2014 74000 AM Do internships turn into permanent positions Sometimes But even if they dont the experience is invaluable Sports management is a highly competitive field but its not impossible to get the job or internship of your dreams working for a pro sports team college athletic program or other sport business organization Its about building your networks about having an academic foundation in the sport industry and about getting experience If you have those three things you should be able to break into this industry and be very successful says Dr Eric Schwarz chair and professor of sport business at Saint Leo University Internships are just as important for sport business graduate students who come from other industries as they are for undergraduates Schwarz adds Follow these steps to land an internship 1 Get involved Before you even start looking for a sport business internship youll need experience outside of the classroom One way to start building relevant experience for your resume is through volunteering You could help with gameday operations at a local stadium coach a youth sports team work at a summer sports camps or help at a local sports tournament To get involved contact a local college or high school athletics department or contact a local sports organizations business office to learn about volunteer opportunities You may even come across paid parttime jobs such as working in the ticket sales booth helping the marketing staff or working as a weekend sales associate at a sporting goods retailer 2 Network Networking is extremely important for obtaining jobs or internships in the sport business industry Schwarz recommends students start networking by asking their professors about whom they know and could contact for informational interviews to learn more about working for specific organizations Also consider your colleges alumni network For example Schwarz says during the 2013 Super Bow seven Saint Leo students volunteered at the NFL Experience and also visited the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Hornets business offices This experience was made possible through connections with two Saint Leo alumnione who was vice president of ticket sales for the New Orleans Saints and another who was an account executive for the New Orleans Hornets 3 Know where to look Use sport business online job boards to find out the types of positions that are available the requirements for the positions and application deadlines Then take the courses learn specific computer software or get the outofclass experience needed to land your dream internship Schwarz says TeamWork Online is the central place to look for jobs and internships in professional sports while the NCAA marketplace is the best place to look for college sport business jobs and internships Other industryspecific job search websites include Bluefishjobscom and WorkinSportscom In addition you can target your internship search by going directly to a leagues teams or schools website look for an employment careers or HR department link And dont forget about semipro sports teams local and national sports associations and sporting good corporations too Try these internship and job search websites to start your search Arena Football League internships Major League Soccer internship opportunities MLB NASCAR internships National Association for Sport and Physical Education internships National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics NBA NHL internships NFL Summer Internship Program Special Olympics internships US Olympic Committee internships NIKE Inc 4 Apply apply apply Sport business internships are highly competitive Several internship programs have fall deadlines some as early as September so remember to apply early Paid internships that require a bachelors degree may provide good opportunities for students enrolled in Saint Leos MBA with a sport business concentration program Apply to as many internships that interest you If possible broaden your search to include internships across the countryor even across the globeso you can find an internship that best suits your career goals and interests Have you had a great internship experience How did you land the position Image Credit Kat Northern Lights Man Other posts you may be interested in reading Sport Management Careers Getting Started SLU Online Sport Business Program One Of Worlds Best Sport Business And Sport Management Whats The Difference Your Green Flag To A Sport Management Career Topics MBA Sport Business | [
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http://blog.opensubtitles.website/guides/install-official-opensubtitles-addon-kodi | How to install official OpenSubtitles addon in KODI 30 November 2017 os Guides 23 Replies OpenSubtitles is one of the most popular subtitle services on the internet offering subtitles in dozens of languages for all the latest movies and TV shows We are fortunate enough to have been chosen as the official source for the OpenSubtitles addon This is the official version of the OpenSubtitles plugin and does not require you to login No matter what language you speak the OpenSubtitles subtitles plugin is likely your best bet It should only take a few seconds to setup this subtitles addon for Kodi and will allow you to enjoy automated subtitles for whatever you choose to watch Article taken from httpswwwtvaddonscoopensubtitleskodi The OpenSubtitles Kodi addon is located within our TV ADDONS community repository It is developed by the OpenSubtitles team themselves and as such doesnt really ever require updates The instructions below will guide you through configuring our Fusion Installer and then our new TV ADDONS repository followed by the OpenSubtitles subtitles addon for Kodi Once youve installed the OpenSubtitles plugin well also explain how to setup automated subtitles in the language of your choice Required Kodi 170 Krypton or Above Part 1 Fusion Installer for Kodi The Fusion Installer is your gateway to the world of Kodi addons It is the first thing youll need to begin using unofficial Kodi addons of any kind Step 1 Navigate to the Settings cogwheel at the top left corner of the Kodi interface Step 2 Select the File manager icon Step 3 Click on the function Step 4 Click on the top text input area that says None under the Enter the paths or browse for the media location heading Step 5 Input httpfusiontvaddonsco using the onscreen keyboard and then press the OK button Step 6 Click on the bottom text input box under the Enter a name for this media source heading Step 7 Input fusion using the onscreen keyboard then press the OK button Step 8 Click on the OK button at the bottom of the window Step 9 Return to the Kodi home screen at this point Part 2 TV ADDONS Kodi Addon Repository This will show you who to install the new TV ADDONS Kodi addon repository which houses popular addons including USTVnow Plus and of course the OpenSubtitles addon Step 10 Click on the Addons tab from the vertical menu bar Step 11 Click on the little box icon at the top left corner of the Addons menu interface Step 12 Click on the Install from zip file function Step 13 If prompted that installation of addons from unknown sources is disabled click on the Settings button Skip to Step 17 if you arent prompted by a security message Step 14 Click on the Unknown sources field Step 15 Click on the Yes button Step 16 Return back to the previous Kodi menu Step 17 Click on the Install from zip file function once again Step 18 Select the fusion server folder from the listing Step 19 Select the kodirepos folder Step 20 Click on the english folder Step 21 Select the repositoryxbmchub300zip from the bottom of the listing Part 3 OpenSubtitles Kodi Addon Well now show you how to install the OpenSubtitles addon for Kodi as well as configure your Kodi system settings for automated subtitles in the language of your choice Step 22 Click on the Install from repository function Step 23 Click on the TVADDONSCO Addon Repository from the listing Step 24 Select the Subtitles category Step 25 Choose the OpenSubtitlesorg by OpenSubtitles Kodi addon Step 26 Click on the Install button at the bottom right of the window Step 27 Return to the Kodi home screen at this point Step 28 Click on the Settings cogwheel at the top left corner of the screen once again Step 29 Select the Player settings icon Step 30 Select the Language tab from the vertical menu bar Step 31 Click on the Languages to download subtitles for field and select your desired language from the listed options Step 32 Click on the Default TV show service field Step 33 Select the OpenSubtitlesorg by OpenSubtitles Kodi addon Step 34 Click on the Default movie service field Step 35 Click on the OpenSubtitlesorg by OpenSubtitles option once again Step 36 All done Return to the Kodi home screen at this point Part 4 Using Subtitles While Streaming If you want to enable subtitles or change the subtitles source selection this is how If youre getting the wrong subtitles youll want to look in here too Step 37 Pause what youre watching and click on the second to last icon that looks like a message box at the bottom right of your screen It Step 38 Click on the Download button Step 39 Select your desired subtitles source youll likely find many languages for each listing Step 40 Enjoy the Subtitles If you wish to view automated subtitles for everything you watch be sure to check within each individual Kodi addons settings in order to enable this option Please let us know what your experiences with subtitles are like so that other users 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http://blog.oregonlive.com/homesandgardens/2009/06/cotton_fabric_types.html | Homes & Gardens Updates Cotton fabric types Updated June 1 , 2010 at 2 : 45 PM Posted June 29 , 2009 at 5 : 25 AM Comment By The Oregonian / OregonLive The Oregonian / 2003 Daisy the dog lounges happily on a chenille loveseat . Cotton fabrics can be silky or rough , smooth or textured , thick or sheer , indestructible or luxurious , making them America ' s favorites for both home furnishings and clothing . Versatility , softness , breathability , absorbency , performance and durability are just a few of the qualities that have earned it year - round status . Here are some of the many types of cotton fabrics : Broadcloth : A tightly woven lustrous cotton cloth with fine embedded crosswise ribs . Resembles poplin . Use : shirts and blouses , as well as home decorating . Canvas : Rugged , woven cloth made with coarse yarn . Also called duck . Use : cushions , slipcovers , shower curtains , paint dropcloths . Chambray : Fabric woven with a mixture of colored and white yarn . Use : curtains , shirts , dresses . Chenille : A fuzzy cotton yarn or fabric that has pile protruding around it , named for the French word for caterpillar . Use : Heavyweight as upholstery ; lightweight for bedspreads and robes . Chintz : Glazed fabric , often printed with floral designs or stripes . Use : upholstery and curtains for the English country look and romantic bedrooms . Corduroy : Ribbed pile fabric in various weights and weaves . Use : cushions , curtains , bedspreads , jumpers and pants . Damask : Patterned fabric made on a jacquard loom . Use : table linens and tea towels . Emily Kelsey / KRT Denim slipcover Denim : Rugged , durable twill , most popular in indigo blue , but also white , tan , red , black . Use : jeans , slipcovers , bedspreads , casual curtains . The Oregonian Cotton flannel sheets Flannel : Plain - weave soft cloth with napped surface . Use : winter pajamas , nightgowns and sheets . Gingham : Yarn - dyed and woven usually in checks . Use : kitchen curtains and little girls ' pinafores , and more recently sheets and pillowcases . Courtesy of Sur La Table A cotton jacquard towel . Jacquard : Fabric woven on the jacquard loom , which produces elaborate , figured weaves . Use : decorative fabrics such as tapestries , brocade and damask . Knit : Stretchy fabric made by interlocking thread loops together . Use : Different weights for T - shirts , underwear , easy - care dresses and bedsheets . Matelassé Matelassé : Double - woven in different patterns on a jacquard loom to give a three - dimensional look . Use : Outer bedding and elegant tablecloths . Oxford : Fabric made with a modified plain or basket weave . Use : button - down shirts and more recently , sheets and pillowcases . Percale : A smooth , finely combed woven with a minimum thread count of 180 threads per square inch . Use : sheets and clothing . Poplin : Fabric with a fine horizontal rib effect on the surface and high thread count . Use : high - quality shirting . Plissé : Fabric treated with a solution that shrinks part of the threads to create a crinkle effect . Use : blanket covers and summer pajamas . The Oregonian Cotton sateen sheet Sateen : A satin - weave cotton with a smooth , lustrous surface . Striped sateen mixes lustrous with matte - finish stripes . Use : sheets , tablecloths , curtains . Seersucker : A lightweight cotton fabric with a woven crinkle achieved by altering tension in the warp yarns . Use : synonymous with the classic summer suit ; also used in sportswear , curtains , slipcovers . Sheer cotton curtains Sheers : Batiste , lawn , organdy , dimity , dotted swiss and voile are all finely woven cotton sheers . Some are crisp , some are soft . Use : summer party dresses , curtains and summer see - through slipcovers for wooden chairs . Terry cloth : Fabric with moisture - absorbing loop pile covering the entire surface on one or both sides . Use : bath towels , robes and cushion covers . Twill : Durable fabric with diagonal lines on its face . Use : pants , shorts , slipcovers . A velvet couch Velvet : A warp - pile fabric with short , densely woven cut pile , giving the fabric a soft , rich texture . Use : draperies , cushions and clothing . - - HGNW staff If you want to automatically receive a daily homes and gardens tip , sign up here View Comments | [
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http://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2011/08/a-list-of-phobias-from-atelophobia-to-zelotypophobia/ | We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website . This website uses cookies that provide targeted advertising and which track your use of this website . By clicking ‘ continue ’ or by continuing to use our website , you are agreeing to our use of cookies . You can change your cookie settings at any time . Continue Find out more Quiz : origins of food words Why a catastrophe has n ' t always been bad news Home > A list of phobias from atelophobia to zelotypophobia A list of phobias from atelophobia to zelotypophobia We define a phobia as ‘ an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something ’ . You are probably aware of the more common phobias , such as arachnophobia ( fear of spiders ) , claustrophobia ( fear of enclosed spaces ) , and agoraphobia ( fear of open places ) , but did you know there are also words which describe the fear of idleness worms , and even body odour Explore the list of phobias below to discover the terms for some of the more interesting fears you may encounter . Although if you suffer from logophobia ( a fear of words ) , it ’ s probably best to step away from this blog now … in fact , this list of phobias may be your worst nightmare ! Object Phobia air travel aerophobia American people and things Americophobia animals zoophobia bacteria bacteriophobia beards pogonophobia beating mastigophobia bed clinophobia bees apiphobia birds ornithophobia blood haemophobia blushing erythrophobia body odour bromidrosiphobia bridges gephyrophobia bullets ballistophobia burial alive taphephobia cancer carcinophobia cats ailurophobia childbirth tocophobia children paedophobia Chinese people and things Sinophobia church ecclesiophobia clouds nephophobia coitus coitophobia cold cheimaphobia colour chromophobia comets cometophobia computers cyberphobia constipation coprostasophobia corpses necrophobia correspondence epistolophobia crowds demophobia / ochlophobia dampness hygrophobia darkness scotophobia dawn eosophobia death thanatophobia depth bathophobia dirt mysophobia disease pathophobia / nosophobia dogs cynophobia dreams oneirophobia drink potophobia drugs pharmacophobia dust koniophobia electricity electrophobia enclosed places claustrophobia English people and things Anglophobia everything panophobia / pantophobia eyes ommetaphobia faeces coprophobia failure kakorrhaphiaphobia fatigue kopophobia fear phobophobia feathers pteronophobia fever febriphobia fire pyrophobia fish ichthyophobia flesh selaphobia floods antlophobia flowers anthophobia fog homichlophobia food cibophobia / sitophobia foreigners xenophobia freedom eleutherophobia French people and things Francophobia / Gallophobia fur doraphobia German people and things Germanophobia / Teutophobia germs bacteriophobia ghosts phasmophobia glass nelophobia God theophobia gold chrysophobia / aurophobia hair trichophobia heart disease cardiophobia heat thermophobia heaven uranophobia hell hadephobia / stygiophobia heredity patroiophobia high buildings batophobia high places acrophobia / hypsophobia home oikophobia homosexuals homophobia horses hippophobia ice cryophobia ideas ideophobia idleness thassophobia illness nosophobia imperfection atelophobia infinity apeirophobia injury traumatophobia inoculation trypanophobia / vaccinophobia insanity lyssophobia / maniphobia insects entomophobia insect stings cnidophobia Italian people and things Italophobia itching acarophobia jealousy zelotypophobia justice dikephobia lakes limnophobia leprosy leprophobia lice pediculophobia light photophobia lightning astrapophobia lists pinaciphobia / katastichophobia loneliness autophobia / ermitophobia machinery mechanophobia magic rhabdophobia marriage gamophobia men androphobia metal metallophobia mice musophobia microbes bacillophobia / microbiophobia mirrors eisoptrophobia mites acarophobia mobs ochlophobia money chrematophobia monsters , giving birth to teratophobia motion kinetophobia music musicophobia names onomatophobia narrowness anginophobia needles belonephobia new things neophobia night nyctophobia nudity gymnophobia open places agoraphobia pain algophobia parasites parasitophobia people anthropophobia philosophy philosophobia pins enetophobia places topophobia pleasure hedonophobia poison toxiphobia politics politicophobia Pope papaphobia poverty peniaphobia precipices cremnophobia priests hierophobia punishment poinephobia rabies hydrophobophobia rail travel siderodromophobia religious works of art iconophobia reptiles batrachophobia responsibility hypegiaphobia ridicule katagelophobia rivers potamophobia robbers harpaxophobia ruin atephobia Russian people and things Russophobia saints hagiophobia Satan Satanophobia scabies scabiophobia Scottish people and things Scotophobia sea thalassophobia sex erotophobia shadows sciophobia sharpness acrophobia shock hormephobia sin hamartophobia skin disease dermatosiophobia / dermatopathophobia sleep hypnophobia slime blennophobia small things microphobia smell olfactophobia / osmophobia smothering pnigerophobia snakes ophidiophobia snow chionophobia solitude eremophobia sound acousticophobia sourness acerophobia speech lalophobia / laliophobia / glossophobia / phonophobia speed tachophobia spiders arachnophobia standing stasophobia stars siderophobia stealing kleptophobia string linonophobia stuttering lalophobia / laliophobia sun heliophobia swallowing phagophobia symmetry symmetrophobia taste geumatophobia technology technophobia teeth odontophobia telephone telephonophobia thinking phronemophobia thirteen triskaidekaphobia thunder brontophobia / tonitrophobia / keraunophobia time chronophobia touch haptophobia travel hodophobia tuberculosis phthisiophobia tyrants tyrannophobia vehicles ochophobia venereal disease syphilophobia voids kenophobia vomiting emetophobia water hydrophobia waves cyrnophobia weakness asthenophobia wind anemophobia women gynophobia words logophobia work ergophobia worms helminthophobia writing graphophobia The opinions and other information contained in OxfordWords blog posts and comments do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of Oxford University Press . 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http://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2013/04/may-or-might-whats-the-difference/ | We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website . This website uses cookies that provide targeted advertising and which track your use of this website . By clicking ‘ continue ’ or by continuing to use our website , you are agreeing to our use of cookies . You can change your cookie settings at any time . Continue Find out more Fashion - mania : a linguistic tribute to Vivienne Westwood Volcanoes in the OED Home > May or might ? May or might ? May or might ? Both words are part of a special set of verbs known as modal auxiliary verbs , which means that they ’ re used together with other verbs to talk about permission , possibility , suggestions , etc . Over the years , the usage recommendations regarding might and may have become more flexible , but there are still points which you should be aware of , especially if you ’ re writing or speaking in formal situations . For a quick overview , check out this video . Below the video , you ’ ll find some written - out guidelines to the main issues : May or might overview The verb may is used in five main ways : to talk about a possible situation : Those reports may prove to be false to politely ask for permission to do something : May we come in ? to politely give someone permission to do something : That ’ s all for now , you may go . to admit that something is the case before stating a contrasting fact : The chorus may look silly , but they sound wonderful . to express a wish or hope : May they be very happy in the future Basically , might is the past tense of . It therefore seems logical for grammatical sticklers to argue that if you ’ re talking about a possible situation in the present or the future , you should always use the present tense , If you ’ re feeling queasy , you eat less and lose weight . And , equally , if you ’ re referring to something which could have been the case in the past , the past tense , might , is said ( by the grammatically orthodox ) to be correct : For all we know , she might have been undergoing counselling . However , people do n ’ t often make this distinction in today ’ s English , and it ’ s generally acceptable to use either and to talk about the present / future or the past : Present or future event √ She thinks she be going crazy . √ She thinks she be going crazy . Past event √ I might have forgotten to mention it at the time . √ I have forgotten to mention it at the time . Distinctions between may and So the general rule is that may and are usually interchangeable when talking about possible situations . However , there are a few differences in usage between and it ’ s useful , especially if you ’ re writing for school , college , or work , to know when each is more appropriate . 1 . May have versus might have If you do n ’ t know the truth about a possible past situation at the time of speaking or writing , you can use may have or might have √ I think that comment may have offended some people . I think that comment offended some people . If you ’ re referring to a possibility in the past but you know that it did n ’ t actually happen , it ’ s preferable to use Rose assured us that she was well , but she might have been badly hurt X Rose assured us that she was well , but she may have been badly hurt 2 . Degrees of possibility Some authorities on English usage state that it ’ s better to use when you think the chances of something being the case are likely and to use when it is unlikely ( though in practice , this distinction is n ’ t always clear - cut ) : They visit Ireland in the near future . [ The speaker believes that there ’ s a fairly good chance that they may go to Ireland ] The woman looked as if she have been in her late 40s . [ The speaker was n ’ t very sure about the woman ’ s age , but made a tentative guess ] However , it ’ s preferable to use rather than if you ’ re talking about a hypothetical or conditional scenario : If I were Dutch I might see immigration differently . [ I ’ m not Dutch , I ’ m an American talking about a theoretical situation ] If you go to bed earlier , you feel better tomorrow . [ I think that perhaps you would feel better if you went to bed earlier ] 3 . Reported speech You should change into when reporting past direct speech ( what someone has said ) : I go out of busines s ” . [ her actual words ] She said she go out of business . [ reported speech ] 4 . To show annoyance If you want to express annoyance or criticism because someone could or should have done something that they * did n ’ t do , you should always use rather than √ You have told me that she would n ’ t be in today X You have told me that she would n ’ t be in today √ You ’ d think they might be able to understand each other ’ s point of view a bit more X You ’ d think they may be able to understand each other ’ s point of view a bit more . 5 . Polite requests and suggestions When politely or formally making a request , asking for information , or making a suggestion , is regarded as preferable to Do n ’ t you think you be a little old for him ? Might I ask the Court to glance briefly at the judgment of Sir Harry Gibbs ? 6 . Expressing a wish or hope If you want to express a wish or hope , then is always the correct word to use : √ May you both be very happy X Might you both be very happy 7 . Asking for and giving permission When politely asking for permission to do something , it ’ s acceptable to use or , but nowadays is regarded as very formal . May is considered more polite than the most typical way of asking permission in English , using can : I borrow your pen ? [ polite ] Might I borrow your pen ? [ polite and very formal ] Can I borrow your pen ? [ less polite ; considered by some to be incorrect usage ] When giving ( or refusing ) permission , only can are acceptable : √ Yes , you ma y ( borrow my pen ) . [ polite ] √ Yes , you can ( borrow my pen ) . [ less polite ] X Yes , you ( borrow my pen ) . No , you may not ( borrow my pen ) . [ polite ] √ No , you ca n ’ t ( borrow my pen ) . [ less polite ] X No , you not ( borrow my pen ) . * I know the singular use of they their causes some of you to wince , but please read my earlier post on the subject before commenting ! The opinions and other information contained in OxfordWords blog posts and comments do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of Oxford University Press . Guest blogger Catherine Soanes Catherine Soanes is an ex - lexicographer and EFL teacher . Published April 5 / 2013 Categories Grammar and writing help Tags English in use grammar popular writing help Comments | [
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http://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2014/02/english-words-yiddish-origin/ | We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website . This website uses cookies that provide targeted advertising and which track your use of this website . By clicking ‘ continue ’ or by continuing to use our website , you are agreeing to our use of cookies . You can change your cookie settings at any time . Continue Find out more 8 Alpine skiing terms 9 words you need to know for freestyle skiing Home > English words of Yiddish origin : schmoozing , kvetching , and keeping schtum English words of Yiddish origin : schmoozing , kvetching , and keeping schtum An extract from the Oxford Dictionary of Word Origins Yiddish , based on German dialect combined with words from Hebrew and Slavic languages , was spoken by Jews in central and eastern Europe before World War Two . It is still used in Israel and parts of Europe and the USA , especially New York , and has added an extra tang to English speech . The most familiar Yiddish word may be nosh , ‘ to eat greedily ’ , used in English since the late 19th century and deriving from Yiddish nashn . Foods worth noshing include bagels ( ring - shaped bread rolls ) , lox ( smoked salmon ) , matzos ( crisp biscuits of unleavened bread ) , and that staple of huge American - style sandwiches , pastrami ( seasoned smoked beef ) . The opening sch - is characteristic of Yiddish words , including schlep ( to go or move with effort ) , schlock ( inferior goods or material , rubbish ) , schmaltz ( excessive sentimentality , literally ‘ dripping , lard ’ ) , schnozz ( the nose ) , and schtick ( an attention - getting routine or gimmick ) . Most of these date from the early or mid 20th century , although schmooze , ‘ to chat intimately and cosily ’ , is from the 1890s . A subtle influence on English Yiddish words often express a certain attitude — oy vey ! ( oh dear ! ) , enough with the kvetching ( moaning and complaining ) already ! This use of already to express impatience is influenced by Jewish speech , and is a translation of Yiddish shoyn ‘ already ’ . It is an example of the way Yiddish has exerted a subtle influence on English . If you say you need something like a hole in the head ( used in English since the early 1950s ) , you are translating the Yiddish expression tsu darfn vi a lokh in kop . Other familiar idioms that are translations from Yiddish are it ’ s OK by me and get lost ! , both of which are first found in the USA . Chutzpah is almost untranslatable — ‘ extreme self - confidence or audacity ’ is probably the closest approximation . A klutz is clumsy , awkward , or foolish and a nebbish is a feeble or timid man , while a schmuck is foolish or contemptible — the word literally means ‘ penis ’ , as does putz , also used to mean ‘ a stupid or worthless person ’ . On a more positive note , a maven is an expert or connoisseur , and a mensch a man of integrity and honour . From New York to London Although Yiddish is today associated particularly with New York , it has also influenced the speech of Londoners . Cockneys tell each other to keep schtum or silent , and call bad things dreck or rubbish and good ones kosher — a Hebrew word that was spread by Yiddish - speakers . The - nik in words like beatnik is another Yiddish contribution to English . It was originally used in Russian to form words for people of a particular kind , and was taken up by Yiddish - speakers in the USA . Today we have terms such as kibbutznik , a member of a kibbutz or communal farm in Israel , and refusenik , a Jew in the Soviet Union who was refused permission to emigrate to Israel , or more generally a person who refuses to follow orders or obey the law . The beatniks were part of the subculture associated with the beat generation of the 1950s and early 1960s . The opinions and other information contained in OxfordWords blog posts and comments do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of Oxford University Press . Published February 21 / 2014 Categories Word origins Tags bagel chutzpah loanword Oxford Dictionary of Word Origins Yiddish | [
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http://blog.oxforddictionaries.com/2014/06/first-rule-football-dont-call-soccer/ | We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website . This website uses cookies that provide targeted advertising and which track your use of this website . By clicking ‘ continue ’ or by continuing to use our website , you are agreeing to our use of cookies . You can change your cookie settings at any time . Continue Find out more An A - Z list of musical terms ' Horizontally written letters ’ : Japanese debates on loanwords Home > The first rule of football is … do n ’ t call it soccer The first rule of football is … do n ’ t call it soccer The United States and Great Britain are two countries separated by a common language – a phrase commonly attributed to George Bernard Shaw sometime in the 1940s , although apparently not to be found in any of his published works . Perhaps another way of looking at it is to say that they are two countries separated by a different ball – a sentiment that is particularly apt when football ’ s World Cup comes around . Of course , it is n ’ t quite as simple as that . For years we ’ ve heard how football is becoming ever more popular in the USA . Major League Soccer ’ s profile continues to build , and indeed , the US even hosted the World Cup in 1994 , and have twice won the FIFA Women ’ s World Cup . But despite this , football pales into insignificance compared with other big US sports . The National ( American ) Football League brought in 9 billion dollars in revenue in 2013 , whereas Major League Soccer earned only about half a billion ; even the National Hockey League earned over 3 billion . If you ’ re one of those Americans who has n ’ t yet become a diehard fan , here ’ s a potted ( and tongue - in - cheek ) guide to bluffing your way into sounding knowledgeable about the beautiful game . The first rule of football is … . … do n ’ t call it soccer , certainly not within earshot of someone who thinks of it as ‘ proper ’ football . This is probably the most crucial element in giving the impression that you ’ ve been into this game for decades . Naturally this can be difficult if you are trying to differentiate between two different sports ( in the UK it is easy – American football v football ) . Soccer , the word , comes from an abbreviation for Association ( from Association Football , the ‘ official ’ name for the game ) plus the addition of the suffix – er . This suffix ( originally Rugby School slang , and then adopted by Oxford University ) , was appended to ‘ shortened ’ nouns , in order to form jocular words . Rugger is probably the most common example , but other examples included in the Oxford English Dictionary are brekker ( for breakfast ) , bonner ( for bonfire ) , and cupper ( a series of intercollegiate matches played in competition for a cup ) . Apart from its origins being decidedly British , you will find plenty of examples of soccer being used by British people over the decades . But in terms of the history of the language , it ’ s something of a 19 th - century johnny - come - lately : by contrast , football has been used since the 1400s . In modern usage , in order to blend in with the diehard fans , it ’ s preferable to stick to football – and , when speaking to these fans , never , ever call it Association Football A quick reference to sound like a football native Match vs game Match is used in relation to football , but game ( used in American Football ) is actually the older sense . Game , meaning a competitive activity governed by rules of play , is found in Old English – while match in a similar sense dates to the 16 th century . ( The word match is also found in Old English , with reference to spouses or people of equal standing . ) Pitch vs field Pitch , meaning ‘ the area of play in a field game ’ and used in football , is quite a recent addition to English – currently first found in the late 19 century – and field ( with a similar definition , used for American football ) predates it by over 150 years . Yet fashions change , and you should refer to a football pitch if you want to be accepted by aficionados in Britain . Boots cleats shoes The distinction between boots ( used in football ) and shoes ( in American football ) is n ’ t particularly noteworthy , but the use of cleats is more intriguing . It ’ s actually an example of synecdoche : the part is used to represent the whole . This becomes clear if you realize that are the projections on the sole of a shoe , designed to prevent the wearer losing their footing ( which are commonly called studs in British English ) . Extra time overtime As the name suggests , extra time is a further period of play in football , added on to a game if the scores are equal and the match must be decided ( not to be confused with injury time , added to compensate for time lost dealing with injuries ) . Overtime describes the same event in North American games , drawing on the older sense of ‘ time worked in addition to one ’ s normal working hours ’ . The first use of both terms is currently dated to the early 20 century , with extra time coming first . To mark to guard to cover Guarding in basketball , and marking in a variety of British games including football , means keeping close to an opponent in order to prevent them from getting or passing the ball . To add to the international confusion , in Australian Rules Football marking a ball means catching it from a kick of at least ten metres and is to be celebrated – whereas , unless you ’ re the goalkeeper ( or in the crowd ) , catching the ball at all in football is a handball and a foul . In American football , a defensive player will cover an offensive player . Kit uniform A uniform ( worn for American sports ) may sound more militaristic than a kit ( worn in football ) , but the latter actually has fairly regimental ( albeit more informal ) origins – the sense comes from kit as the equipment of a solider ( also known as articles of kit ) . This sense , in turn , relates to an earlier sense of as a container for carrying commodities – from the Dutch kitte , a wooden vessel made of hooped staves There ’ s no other way In American Football , there are numerous ways to score . In football , there is only one . If the ball ends up in the back of the net ( provided there has been no infringement of the rules ) , it ’ s a goal . Whether scored by a header , from the penalty spot , a volley , route one scissor kick , after a glorious mazy run from one end of the pitch to the other , or even if it hits a defending player on the bottom / knee / shoulder and deflects past the goalkeeper into the goal , it ’ s just a goal , and only counts for one point . 0 - 0 can be exciting It ’ s probably a bit of an urban myth that Americans bemoan the fact that it ’ s perfectly possible to sit through 90 minutes of football , and for the end result to be 0 - 0 . Meaning that no one scored . While any self - respecting football fan will have witnessed the dourest of dour games which end up as a goalless draw , there are action - packed games which inexplicably end up goalless due to one or more goalies playing a blinder . You ’ ll just have to believe us on this . While you ca n ’ t immediately tell from the numbers written as symbols , that ‘ 0 - 0 ’ is nil - nil rather than zero - zero . A good way to expose your ignorance amongst football fans is to refer to a result being two - zero , as the 0 is always termed nil in football . Nil is a contraction of the Latin nihil , meaning ‘ nothing ’ , and also to be found in the word nihilism ( the belief that nothing in the world has a real existence ) . And last , but not least , do n ’ t worry too much about explaining the offside rule . Plenty of people ca n ’ t . The opinions and other information contained in OxfordWords blog posts and comments do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of Oxford University Press . Author Fiona McPherson Fiona McPherson is a Senior Editor with the Oxford English Dictionary . Published June 20 / 2014 Categories English in use Tags football sport World Cup Comments | [
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http://blog.packers.com/tag/2015-schedule/ | Blogs Packers ’ 2015 opponents set Posted by Duke Bobber on December 29 , 2014 – 11 : 56 am The Green Bay Packers ’ opponents for 2015 are as follows : HOME : Chicago Bears , Detroit Lions , Minnesota Vikings , Dallas Cowboys , Kansas City Chiefs , St . Louis Rams , San Diego Chargers , Seattle Seahawks AWAY : Chicago Bears , Detroit Lions , Minnesota Vikings , Arizona Cardinals , Carolina Panthers , Denver Broncos , Oakland Raiders , San Francisco 49ers The NFL expanded to 32 teams in 2002 with the addition of the Houston Texans . In addition , the NFL realigned for the first time since 1970 — into eight divisions of four teams each — and the scheduling formula that was introduced guarantees for the first time that all teams play each other on a regular , rotating basis . Although the number of teams has increased to 32 , the number of playoff teams remains the same at 12 . Under the NFL scheduling formula , every team within a division plays 16 games as follows : – Home and away against its three division opponents ( 6 games ) . – The four teams from another division within its conference on a rotating three - year cycle ( 4 games ) . – The four teams from a division in the other conference on a rotating four - year cycle ( 4 games ) . – Two intraconference games based on the prior year ’ s standings ( 2 games ) . These games will match a first - place team against the first - place teams in the two same - conference divisions the team is not scheduled to play that season . The second - place , third - place , and fourth - place teams in a conference will be matched in the same way each year . The schedule format takes each team through a cycle of games — home and away — against every other team in the league . From 2002 - 2009 , every team played every other team at least twice — once home and once away . After the 2008 season , a decision was made to continue with the same rotation in 2010 and beyond . In determining how to begin the divisional rotation in 2002 , the displacement of teams from their old divisions in the new alignment was taken into account . Preference was given to scheduling games with former division rivals and other regional opponents for clubs realigned from otherwise intact divisions . Source : 2014 NFL Record & Fact Book Tags : 2015 opponents 2015 schedule opponents schedule Posted in Packers . com Blog | [
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http://blog.pandora.com/us/introducing-pandora-plus/ | Introducing Pandora Plus Pandora News Product by Pandora on September 16 , 2016 That song was awesome , I wish I could hear it again … Not really feeling this song , but I ’ m out of skips … I lost my signal ! Now I ca n ’ t listen to my music ! No longer will you have to say these words while listening to Pandora ! Yesterday we revealed Pandora Plus , a one - of - a - kind music experience for just $ 4.99 per month . Pandora Plus gives you the flexibility to listen to your music with more control . Skip as much as you want . Replay songs you love . And listen to your favorite stations offline . All ad - free . So , how ’ s this all work ? Replays : Hit the replay button to start your favorite jam from the beginning or experience that newly discovered song again . It could be the last song you heard , or you can go back in your listening session and replay a track . Skips : Just press skip to get to your next favorite track . Skip as much as you want ! Offline : When you hit that signal dead zone the music wo n ’ t skip a beat . We ’ ll have already queued up your top three stations ( plus your Thumbprint Radio if you ’ ve added it ) , and your listening experience will effortlessly go into offline mode . No need to even pull your phone out . It just works . That ’ s not all . For those of you who want to stick with the free , ad - supported Pandora , you ’ ll be getting some new features as well . Whenever you run out of skips or want to replay a track , just watch a video ad to get those extra features for added control over your experience . All these features and Pandora Plus will roll out to listeners in the coming months on iOS and Android smartphones . Tune in , play it again , and take it with you , Pandora just got even better ! Filed Under Pandora News Product Pandora | [
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http://blog.patra.com/2010/10/13/the-different-types-of-silk/ | The Different Types Of Silk by Rita Patra June 28 , 2017 Information on Fabrics From Brocade to Tussah – the properties and benefits of silk fabrics How well do you know your silks ? At Patra , we ’ re often asked by many of you about the qualities of the different silks we use and why some are more suitable for certain activities than others . We ’ ve therefore provided a mini guide to help you with your shopping . We hope you find it useful – please tell us if there is anything else you would like to know ! The long and colourful history of silk From antiquity until the present day , silk has dominated not only fashion , but also history and politics . From the ancient Confucian legend of princess Xi Ling Shi , to the resurrection of the ‘ Silk Road ’ with the first direct train from Yiwu , China to London , UK and back . And even now , in 2017 , silk continues to have a special allure . Throughout the years it has been prized as a fabric for clothing and home furnishings . Types of Silk Brocade Elaborate and rich fabric , initially woven with gold and silver threads Sometimes adorned with precious and semiprecious stones and embroidery Used in upholstery and draperies Also used for special occasion dresses and costume pieces BENEFITS Strong , hard - wearing and luxuriant Charmeuse ( Silk Satin ) The silk we have in mind when we think of ‘ traditional ’ silk , also known as silk satin The front of the fabric is in a shimmery satin weave The back of the fabric is a flattened crêpe BENEFITS Charmeuse has more drape than crêpe de chine and works well for scarves , blouses and lingerie Chiffon Literal translation from French means “ rag ” – although in our context it ’ s far from it ! A light , matt fabric made from fine twisted yarns , spaced out to make the fabric transparent Dimension is added to garments by the creation of billows of fabric Unless it is used for scarves , garments with chiffon normally require lining or backing Chiffon is very lightweight making it ideal for special occasion dresses , scarves , even linings Crêpe de Chine A lightweight fabric made by fibres , where part of them are twisted clockwise and others in a counter - clockwise direction . These fibres are then woven in a plain - weave fabric The twisted fibres give crêpe its distinctive ‘ pebbly ’ look and feel Comes in many different varieties – crêpe de Chine , Moroccan crêpe and crêpe georgette Ideal for dresses , suits and evening wear Literally means crepe ( fabric ) of China Floaty and soft Dupion Silk A strong double - thread silk , usually resulting in a rough yarn and irregularity in sheerness or weight Feels coarse Black specks which occasionally appear in the fabric are part of the original cocoon of the silk worm Removing them would both weaken the fabric and destroy part of its beauty and character . They are inherent to Dupion silk fabric and should not be considered as defects in weaving Strong and lustrous TIPS Shot colours , the use of two different coloured threads in weaving , work well with Dupion silk . This gives the fabric different shades in the light Fuji Silk Medium - weight fabric , woven from spun silk fibres Has a soft lustre and a lavish feel , reminiscent of high quality suede Has a fluid drape First made in Japan Durable Resists wrinkles Gauze Silk Sheer , translucent fabric in loose open - weaveLightweight , lighter than chiffon and organza A fine type of silk known as ‘ gazzatum ’ was imported in medieval Europe around the 13 th century Used for skirts and dresses Floaty and soft G eorgette Fine , lightweight , plain weave fabric Grainy texture and sheer feel Less lustrous and heavier than chiffon Named after French dressmaker Georgette de la Plante Used for blouses , dresses , evening gowns and scarves Does n ’ t hold creases Drapes beautifully Habotai Silk Also known as China silk , Habutai , Pongee The “ classic ” silk fabric Was first used to line kimonos Plain - weave fabric Its weight can range from 5mm to the more heavy 12mm . Most scarves are made of 8mm Habotai Soft and lightweight . Habotai silk is a sheer fabric and has a graceful drape and smooth surface . Great for scarves . Noil Silk Known as ‘ raw silk ’ Made from the short fibres left after combing and carding , so it does n ’ t shine like many other silk fabrics Very versatile fabric Has a matte surface and rough finish – has a ‘ nubby ’ feel Does n ’ t show pin holes Off - white in colour . It is easily distinguished from other types of silk for the subtle flecks on it , which are natural particles of the cocoon Looks similar to cotton , but still feels soft against the skin Drapes better than cotton and resists wrinkling Durable Easy to care for Great for travelling TIPS Should be handwashed . Will look better after every wash than with dry - cleaning Organza Silk Lightweight , sheer , thin , open - weave fabric with smooth , flat finish Used for veils and base for embellished fabrics Curtains , screens and netting over beds Strong , stiff and durable Crisp drape Typically needs to be carefully steamed and not pressed ( so it does not create water spots ) Tussah Silk Also known as ‘ shantung ’ A type of wild silk , that is produced by silkworms that feed on oak and juniper leaves As the worm is not grown in a controlled environment , the moth hatches from the cocoon and interrupts the filament length , resulting in short and coarse fibres , instead of long and lustrous ones Usually comes from India or China . The India silk generally has more lustre to it Feels coarse and is delicate and stiff Difficult to dye and most often available in its natural colour , a creamy tan Both lightweight and airy , as well as dressy , giving cool comfort to the wearer Does not wrinkle easily Good for travelling Silk Mixes Silk Cashmere A blend of the two luxury fabrics – pure silk and the fine wool that comes from the undercoat of the cashmere goat The natural crimp it contains aids the fibre to interlock during processing . This enables it to be spun into a very fine and lightweight fabric The number of crimp correlates with the fineness of the spun yarn and the softness of the finished product The fabric retains the small air spaces trapped between fibres which makes it warm without being heavy Luxuriously soft and lightweight with good insulation quality Extremely warm Does not scratch like other wool Silk Cotton Difficult to weave together in order to keep the separate fibres from unraveling As warm as silk , but of a heavier weight Thicker than silk on its own Has a superior substance and body to plain cotton Less slippery than silk due to its heavier weight Silk Linen Used to create finer fashions and premium apparel Much like our other silk mixes , the feel and drape of pure cotton linen is improved when blended with pure silk Silk Wool Pure wool on its own does not necessarily feel wonderful against your skin , but blending it with silk will create such a fabric Patra uses Merino wool in its garments , the finest sheep wool fabric in the world , famed for its superior shine and softness Merino wool has natural elasticity The addition of Merino wool means that this mix has the maximum absorbent quality and has great breathability . It absorbs moisture and transfers it to the air , creating a dry layer next to the skin , as well as absorbing odours from the body Resistant to dirt and wrinkling Has the ability to hold dye Provides warmth without adding weight Non - scratchy wool Has a higher level of UV light protection Have we missed anything ? If you are interested in silk and have any questions about this fabric , just get in touch and we ’ ll do our best to help you . Silk clothing , accessories and bedding At Patra we put our knowledge of silks to good use , making sure that every item is made of just the right type of silk to benefit you . Here are a few of our favourite silk items : Chiffon and Crêpe de Chine ( left to right ) Soft Pure Silk Patra Print Scarf Floral Square Scarf Silk Satin : ( left to right ) Silk Satin Pillowcases Pure Silk Satin Blouse Fuji Silk : ( left to right ) Fuji Silk V - neck Top Timeless Pure Silk Shirt Noil Silk : ( left to right ) Patra Silk Jersey Dress , Pure Silk Roll Collar Top Noil Silk Tapered Trousers Habotai Silk : Silk Habotai Scarf Printed Silk Scarf This entry was posted in Information on Fabrics Information on Silk and tagged clothes for travelling fuji habotai silk silk clothes silk clothing silk fabric tussah types of fabric types of silk . Bookmark the permalink Post navigation Grand designs : An interview with the Patra design team The Autumn / Winter 2017 Fashion Highlights | [
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http://blog.plateiq.com/pizza-profits-a57ab4eca173 | Pizza Profits Yesterday we posted a food cost analysis looking at the unit economics of popular dishes We of course included Pizza a staple of the American diet Several folks on Twitter brought up great questions around why pizza had the largest markup was it because labor costs were higher Higher ingredient costs Or is pizza just a cashcow We took at deeper look heres what we found Nymag has a good PL breakdown of two New York pizzerias Immediately we noticed labor costs as a percentage of revenue for both establishments is far above the average for the restaurant industry John Fawkes was correct in his assumption around labor costs IDK if marked up is the most accurate term Doesnt it just mean labor and equipment is more expensive for pizzas John Fawkes johnfawkes April 3 2017 Its not clear based on the data we found if equipment unique to pizza restaurants plays a significant role in how much these establishments need to mark up pizza in order to make a profit The data we looked at didnt break down specifically how theyre accounting for equipment costs Annual Expenses Annual Pizzeria Expenses Pizzeria Food Cost Markup Both restaurants we looked at are achieving very health profit margins far better than the average restaurant Motorino 108 Rocket Joes 158 Making pizza can be labor intensive but still very lucrative with the right secret operating sauce and good pies After seeing these profit margins its no surprise to see new investment in the space MOD Pizza one of the more prominent new entrants in the market raised 74 million last year thats after raising 45 million in 2015 for more than 150 million in total capital In 2016 MOD Pizza added 100 locations with overall sales of 152 million growing 134 yearoveryear For Yaron Goldman a MOD Pizza franchisee in North Carolina the pizza business is a nobrainer Its the unit economics You have a 2200squarefoot box that can do AUVs north of 1 million The investment is low | [
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http://blog.poolcenter.com/article.aspx?articleid=6134 | Swimming Pool Blog Pool Care & Repair Blog Home > POOL EQUIPMENT > - Pool Pumps How to save money at the [ pool ] pump Rob Cox How to save money at the pool pump by Rob Cox August 30 , 2010 With energy costs as high as they are now , it seems the most eco friendly thing you can do with your pool is to reduce it ' s energy consumption or demand . The largest energy hog on the pool equipment pad is the pool pump , and many state utilities are now offering incentive energy rebates to pool owners to reduce their pool pump energy use . even without a rebate , you can make changes to your circulation system or methods and save big on your electric bill . PG& E , in California reports that a pool pump can account for 20 % or more of a home electrical bill . Pumps are also running during peak usage hours . Savings of $ 500 per year are not uncommon for many pool owners who switch to new two speed or variable speed pumps . Paybacks on these pricey pool pumps can come in as little as 3 years . There are things that you can do however , to reduce your energy consumption , without switching pool pumps , to Save Money at the Pump " . 1 . Use a smaller horsepower pump and / or a larger filter . Many pumps installed are just too powerful . We have something of a V8 mentality in the US - we want the biggest , baddest engine . Something that really " moves some water " ! This can cause filtration problems , if the filter is pushing the water too fast through the filter and also consumes a lot of amperage . The more the horsepower , the higher the amp draw . Amps are what you really pay for on your electrical bill . Using a smaller pump , is that possible ? Probably - look at your pool pump flow chart . Find the line that represents your horsepower , and assume a set amount of resistance , in feet of head . Then do the math . You will divide your pool gallonage by the flow rate of the pump horsepower ( at a set amount of resistance ) as measured in gallons per minute . If a smaller horsepower can " turn over " all of the water in your pool in 480 minutes ( 8 hours ) , then it can be done . Selecting a pump with higher flow characteristics can do the job for you as well . Not all 1 hp pumps are the same . Pumps vary in the amount of water they move . A 1 hp Northstar can produce more than twice the water flow as the 1 hp Superpump . A 3 / 4hp Whisperflo can produce as much flow in most cases , as a 1.5hp Pinnacle pump . A way to do it easier is to increase the size of the filter . Having a larger filter provides more square footage for the pumped water to be filtered , at a lower pressure . Lower pressure means that your pump is not working as hard . Having a larger filter also assumes that you are filtering more efficiently , and this could allow you to run the pump less often , or fewer hours per day . 2 . Run your pump less often . Everyone I know runs their pump too much . And if you have a service company taking care of your pool , they are probably running it as much as possible , which reduces their water problems and chemical usage . I like to run pools with the minimum amount of pool pump run time as possible . It only takes a little experimentation . This will require a pool pump timeclock - do n ' t ' rely on your memory to turn a pool pump on and off each day , you are bound to forget . Begin at 12 hours of filter run time per day . Keep all else constant : pool cleanliness , pool sanitizer level , water balance . If after two weeks time the water quality does not suffer , reduce the pool pump operation time by another two hours . Continue this until you notice the water has lost a sparkle , or begins to look hazy . Then increase the time to the previous threshold . During very hot times of the year or during periods of active pool use , you may need to add two hours . During the shoulder seasons you can decrease pump run time in the other direction , and during the low season - when the water temps are in the low 60 ' s , you may be able to run the pump as little as 4 - 6 hours per day . 3 . Use a two speed pump . During the 90 ' s , two speed pool pumps became very popular . The idea is to run a two speed pump 24 hours per day , but on low speed for the majority of the time . This keeps circulation constant , to maintain sanitizer levels and prevent dead spots , while the high speed run time keeps the pool clean . Using a 2 speed pool pump will save money , no doubt - even more if you run it only 12 - 18 hours per day total . Typically the lower speed is 1 / 8 hp , and consumes only a very small amount of amperage . Experimentation is key here also - perhaps 4 - 8 hours on high speed and 8 - 12 hours on low speed , with seasonal adjustments . Installing a two speed pool pump requires a two speed timeclock be installed . There is a 4th wire that needs to be run from the clock to a two speed motor . Plan on the extra expenditure of $ 200 or more on the clock and wiring when installing a two speed pool p ump . 2 speed pumps typically cost around 20 % more than a single speed pool pump of the same make / model . 4 . Use a Variable Speed Pump . The new kids on the block , all major manufacturers are now offering variable speed pool pumps . These pool pumps will save the most electricity possible , because they " dial it in " - meaning , they consume only the power necessary . Programmable to many different speeds and tasks , they produce the kind of hydraulic efficiency found in nuclear subs . Variable speed pumps can also come standard with other bells and whistles such as SVRS , vacuum release systems , or integration with popular control systems . These pumps come with a price tag starting at $ 1000 , so they ' re not for everyone , but can be a big money saver on a fancy pool with several water features and cleaning systems . Print Subscribe | [
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http://blog.poolproducts.com/inground-spas-adding-a-hot-tub-to-your-pool/ | Home Pool Blog Inground Pool Kits Inground Spas : Adding A Hot Tub To Your Pool Inground Spas : Adding a Hot Tub to Your Pool October 29 , 2012 bobarnold Whether you are planning a new pool construction or looking for extreme pool renovation ideas , adding an attached spa to your inground pool kit is not as complicated as it seems ! Here ' s an FAQ style , question and answer format on installing an attached spa or hot tub to your inground vinyl pool . Let me know by comment if you have any other questions ! Benefits of Inground Hot Tubs Relaxing after a vigorous swim Great for relaxed conversations Small children love the " little pool " Relieves muscle and joint stiffness What surface options do I have for adding a spa to my pool ? There are a couple of different surface options that you can choose , most vinyl liner pool owners will opt for the drop - in pre - fab shell , made of fiberglass or acrylic . You could construct it of steel , gunite and stone , but the job is considerably more involved . For this reason , I usually recommend for a vinyl pool kit , use a pre - fab spa shell for a quick installation What other options do I have with attached spas ? Lighting : The traditional spa may have one underwater light , usually a halogen bulb . You can upgrade with additional lighting , or use colored LED lights . LED spa lights can have fully programmable light shows - with a remote control to change the color , sequence or brightness . Jets : The traditional attached spas usually have five or six jets , and as they increase in size , more jets are added . There are many different types of jets ; such as swirl jets , massage jets , and oscillating jets . Air Blower : A nice touch that can be added to your spa is a bubbling system . Bubbles are created with an air blower for a relaxing , stress reducing effect . The air increases the volume of water directed through the jets , and the force feels much stronger when you add air to the line . Blowers are usually controlled by a spa - side remote switch that will turn on the blower , installed near the filter pump . Size : The size of the spa depends upon how much room you want to devote to the spa . The typical spa is built for 4 - 6 people . Diameters range from 4 ' to 8 ' , or larger , with smaller spas seating 2 - 3 people , and larger spas that can comfortably seat 6 - 8 adults . The number of jets increases according to the size of the spa . Larger spas may require a booster pump to adequately power the increase in the number of jets , whereas small to medium sized spas can Colors : There is a wide selection of colors with an acrylic or fiberglass spa . Most people choose an acrylic finish spa due to the wide variety of colors , such as grey , tan , blue or green . Swirl effects are also available . Acrylic shells have a lustrous finish , similar to the type found on above ground , portable spas . Do I need a separate pump and filter ? You can control a spa attached to a pool , using your existing pool equipment and a multi - function control system . This allows you to use the spa independently of your pool or use both pool and spa at the same time . The spa and pool can share the same pump , filter and heater . Automatic valves will allow you to click a button to isolate the spa piping , and with a gas pool heater , increase the temperature 1 - 2 degrees per minute . You can , of course , connect an inground spa to a separate pump , filter and heater system , if desired . Another option is to install a portable spa shell , sunken into a wooden deck , next to the pool , operated with it ' s own integrated spa pak . Do I need a cover ? What type of spa cover ? You absolutely need a cover . You need a cover whether the spa is concrete , acrylic or fiberglass . We recommend that a secure safety cover be used . This will protect the spa in the winter and keep debris out as well as for safety reasons . It also protects animals and people from hurting themselves if they fall in the spa . For best heat retention , an insulated hard cover is recommended . A secondary floating cover can also be used . For safety purposes , your spa should have a safety cover or strap and anchor system to keep the cover secure in high winds , and unable to be opened by young children . Will I have to do anything chemically different to my spa water ? For separate systems , or portable spas used with water that is separate from the pool , we recommend that you test the water daily , as well as before and after using the spa , using a test strip kit or liquid testing kit . The water in the hot tub should be changed every 1 - 3 months , depending on your usage . If your spa is connected to the pool equipment , then your spa uses the same water as the pool , so no separate testing or balancing is needed . As you treat your pool water , your spa water will also be treated . Can I have my spa overflowing into my pool ? es , that ' s the usual way . Most inground spas attached to your pool have what we call a spillway , and the water from the spa overflows into the pool . This makes it easier to control your water level in both your pool and spa . It also helps the spa stay cleaner , as it is constantly circulating and overflowing into the pool . What ' s better , a pool / spa combo , or a portable spa ? It depends on what your intentions are for the spa ; relaxation after swimming , or therapy and stress relief . Keep in mind that when a spa is attached to the pool , your season of use may be limited . You can keep an inground spa open while the pool is closed , but the cost can be high to heat it and keep the pumps running , if you are located in the snowbelt . You can just enjoy it as an added bit of value to your now longer pool season . For those in the For those pool owners in the snowbelt , if you plan to use your spa year round , a portable spa may be a better option . You can still place it close to the pool or sink the spa shell in a wooden deck next to the pool . But not too far from the back door . When it ' s cold outside , no one wants to walk a long distance to get to the spa . Portable spas are usually installed on a deck or patio , near the house . The shorter the walk , No matter which way you go , integrated inground spa or separate above ground spa - the enjoyment and relaxation is the same . Sit back on a chilly evening and look at the stars in 102 degree water - what ' s better than that ? If you have more questions that come to mind about your spa or hot tub project , leave a comment below , or give us a call at 800 - 983 - 7665 . Â Bob Arnold SPP Pool Expert bobarnold Leave a reply | [
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http://blog.prepscholar.com/colleges-that-superscore-act-complete-list | SAT / ACT Prep Online Guides and Tips Colleges That Superscore ACT : Complete List Posted by Rebecca Safier | Aug 9 , 2018 11 : 00 : 00 AM ACT General Info College Admissions Are you taking the ACT ? Before registering , you should know how admissions officers look at your scores . Do they consider Math , Science , Reading , and English individually , or do they care more about the composite score ? You might be relieved to hear that many colleges “ superscore ” your ACT scores by taking the best subscores across all your test dates and creating the strongest possible composite score . Read on for the full list of colleges that superscore the ACT , followed by some tips on how you can use this policy to your advantage . ACT Scoring and Superscoring Before getting to the full list of colleges that superscore the ACT , let ’ s quickly review how the ACT is scored . Each section of the ACT is given a scaled score between 1 and 36 . These area scores are then averaged together to get your composite score , which also ranges between 1 and 36 . If a college superscores the ACT , it will take your highest Math , Science , Reading , and English scores that you achieved on any of the dates you took the test . Then , it will average these together for a new composite so that you ' ll end up with your highest possible composite score . While superscoring means that you are much safer retaking the test many times , you still should n ' t treat retaking the ACT as having absolutely zero cost . Many superscoring ACT schools can still see all your scores , which can subconsciously affect how they view you as an applicant . For example , if you took the ACT more than six times and your scores were all over the place , admissions officers might wonder how seriously you ' re taking the test and whether your results are a true measure of your skills . As long as you do n ' t overdo it , taking the ACT more than once can strongly work in your favor if you ' re applying to schools that superscore . Now that you know how ACT superscoring works , let ’ s look at the colleges that superscore . Complete List of Schools That Superscore the ACT For this section , we ’ ve compiled a complete list of all schools that superscore ACT tests . In addition , we ' ve included each school ' s official standardized testing policy and the link to its admissions page . This is the most comprehensive guide to ACT - superscoring colleges available online . Since policies can change , definitely contact your school ( s ) if you have any questions or want to double - check their scoring policies . If a school ' s policy states , " Contact school for information , " this means the policy is n ' t available on the school ' s website ( though multiple sources have confirmed that this school does superscore the ACT ) . If you ' re interested in applying to this type of school , contact it directly . School Official ACT Superscoring Policy Website Albion College Contact school for information Albion Admissions American University Test optional . Contact school for more information . American U Admissions Amherst College We will evaluate your application based on the most advantageous combination of scores for the SAT and / or ACT . Amherst Admissions Austin College Austin College accepts both the ACT or SAT and as policy we “ super score . ” ( We will take your highest subscores from different test dates and combine them to make a highest “ super score . ” We feel what is important is that we see your highest potential in each sub - section , not just how you scored overall during one test session . ) Austin College Admissions Babson College For students who have taken either the SAT or ACT more than once , Babson will superscore ( use the best individual section scores ) in reviewing their application . Babson Admissions Baylor University Contact school for information Baylor Admissions Bates The submission of standardized tests , such as the SAT , SAT subject tests , and ACT , is optional for all students applying to Bates . Bates Admissions Beloit College Submission of test scores ( the ACT and SAT ) is optional for most applicants . This policy allows applicants to decide for themselves whether or not their test results accurately reflect their academic ability and potential . Beloit Admissions Boston College For the ACT , Boston College will take your highest individual section scores and average them together , also known as " superscoring . " BC Admissions Boston University May vary depending on program . Contact school for information . BU Admissions Bowdoin Test optional . If you do submit , though , Bowdoin superscores the ACT . The admissions committee will consider the highest submitted Composite score and subsection scores , and will also recalculate a new Composite score from subsection scores earned on different test dates . Bowdoin Admissions Brandeis Brandeis has a test - optional policy and no longer requires domestic applicants to submit SAT or ACT scores for the purpose of admission . Brandeis Admissions Bryn Mawr College SAT and ACT scores are optional for US citizens and permanent residents . Bryn Mawr Admissions Butler Butler University requires the SAT or ACT test for admission consideration . Students are recommended to take both exams if available , as Butler reviews the highest subscores for each test and uses your new high test score for an admission decision . Writing test scores are not required . Butler Admissions California Institute of Technology We require all applicants take the SAT or ACT , both of which we will superscore . Caltech Admissions Capital University We “ superscore ” your tests by taking your best sub - scores across multiple tests and averaging them together to create the best score possible for you . We will do this automatically as long as you send us copies of all of your test scores . We will always use the very highest result possible for both your admission decision and scholarship offer ! Capital Admissions Claremont McKenna College The Admission Committee will take the highest score from the individual subsections of the ACT to give you the highest ACT Composite score . Claremont McKenna Admissions Colby Colby Admissions Colgate University Colgate will superscore ( combine the highest subscore a student receives for each test date submitted ) within both the SAT and the ACT . We encourage all students to submit all of their testing and we will determine their best performance . Colgate Admissions College of the Holy Cross The submission of standardized test scores is optional . Contact school for more information . Holy Cross Admissions Colorado College You could choose to report the SAT Reasoning Test ( SAT ) or the ACT if you believe that these scores are the most accurate indicators of your academic performance and potential . If you select " Flexible Testing , " we will select from the scores in our records the combination of test scores that is most advantageous to you . Colorado College Admissions Connecticut College Test optional . We “ superscore ” the SAT Reasoning Test and use the combined highest composite score from the ACT . Conn College Admissions Cornell Cornell Admissions Davidson College Davidson superscores the ACT . We do not require the writing portion for either the new SAT or ACT . Davidson Admissions Denison Test optional . Contact school for information Denison Admissions DePauw University DePauw Admissions Dickinson College Dickinson ' s long - standing test - optional policy provides you with a choice regarding the submission of standardized test scores Dickinson Admissions Drexel Drexel Admissions Duke For students who choose to submit the ACT with writing , Duke will consider the highest composite score and highest scores on each section , regardless of test date , but will not recalculate the composite score . Duke Admissions Duquesne University We super score all tests , which means we take the highest of all components of each test and recalculate the highest possible score for you . Duquesne Admissions Eckerd College Eckerd will combine scores to create your best possible composite score . We accept either the ACT or the SAT and use the test on which you scored higher . Eckerd Admissions Elon University Elon Admissions Florida Atlantic University We super score by using the highest sub scores from multiple test dates to create the ACT composite and the SAT total . FAU Admissions Florida State University We use the highest earned SAT and ACT subscores to calculate their SAT total and / or ACT composite score ( a process known as " superscoring " ) . FSU Admissions Georgia Tech We super score within the same test , using your highest section scores from any test date . Each time you submit new scores to us , we will update your record with your highest scores . We evaluate all your sub - section scores , not just the sum or composite . Georgia Tech Admissions Gettysburg College Standardized test scores from the SAT or ACT exams are reviewed in the overall context of a student ' s application and academic record . If a student has taken the SAT more than once , only their highest section scores across all SAT test dates will be considered as part of the final admissions decision . Gettysburg Admissions Grinnell College We consider your best superscored ACT composite scores . The essay component of both the ACT and the SAT is optional . Grinnell Admissions Hamilton College It is Hamilton ' s policy to select the testing options that will serve you best . We strongly encourage you to submit all of your testing to Hamilton and the Admission Committee will choose the best scores for you . Hamilton Admissions Harvey Mudd Harvey Mudd Admissions Haverford College Haverford Admissions Hawai ' i Pacific University Hawai ' i Pacific Admissions Hendrix College Hendrix utilizes a method called “ super scoring ” in which sub - scores from multiple tests are combined to form the highest composite score . Hendrix Admissions Hollins University Hollins Admissions Indiana University Bloomington We superscore , which means we ' ll consider your best test scores . For the ACT , we ' ll combine the highest scores for each subtest from different exams for a new ACT composite . IU Bloomington Admissions Ithaca College Ithaca College Admissions Johns Hopkins We also consider your highest combined score for the ACT . We ’ ll find the maximum value of each official section score submitted , then recalculate the composite score . Johns Hopkins Admissions Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo Admissions Kenyon College Please note that Kenyon " super - scores " all results . This means that we will automatically compute a new composite score for both the SAT and ACT , if you ' ve taken either test more than once . Kenyon Admissions Kettering University Kettering Admissions Lafayette College Lafayette Admissions Lawrence University Test optional . Contact school for more information . Lawrence Admissions Lehigh University Lehigh Admissions Loyola University Maryland Test optional . Contact school for information Loyola Admissions Miami University Miami superscores , using the highest test scores submitted for admission and scholarship consideration . For ACT , the highest scores for each subtest from different exams will determine a combined highest composite score . Miami University Admissions Middlebury Middlebury will “ super score ” standardized test results — we will accept the highest score from each section of the SAT , the ACT or SAT II Subject Tests , regardless of sitting , and sum the best scores across sittings of the same test . Middlebury Admissions MIT If you take the same test ( SAT , ACT , or an SAT Subject Test ) multiple times , we will consider the highest score achieved in each section . MIT Admissions Millsaps College Millsaps Admissions NYU NYU Admissions Northeastern Northeastern Admissions North Carolina State University We look at your highest sub - score from each section across your test dates to create a super - score so we encourage you to take the test more than once and submit all your scores . NC State Admissions Olin College We take your best score from each test and disregard the others . Olin Admissions Pitzer Test optional . Contact school for information . Pitzer Admissions Pomona College We will consider your highest section scores on the SAT by superscoring ; we will also superscore ACT section scores . Pomona Admissions Purdue We will always use the best available score for admission decisions and scholarship consideration and will not penalize you if earlier scores were lower . Purdue Admissions Regis Test optional . Contact school for information . Regis Admissions Rhode Island School of Design RISD Admissions Rochester Institute of Technology RIT Admissions Roger Williams Test optional . RWU will take your highest score from each section of the SAT regardless of the exam date . If you submit both an SAT and an ACT score , we will use the composite score that is in your best interest per the official concordance data . Roger Williams Admissions Rose - Hulman Institute of Technology Rose - Hulman Admissions Saint Mary ' s College Saint Mary ' s Admissions Seattle University Seattle University employs the highest sub - scores on the ACT when making admission and scholarship decisions . Seattle Admissions Seton Hall University Seton Hall super scores the ACT . Seton Hall Admissions Spring Hill College Spring Hill Admissions Stanford For the ACT , we will review all subscores and will focus on the highest Composite and the highest English and writing scores from all test sittings . Stanford Admissions Syracuse Syracuse Admissions Texas Christian University If you submit scores from more than one sitting of the ACT , we will consider your highest section scores across multiple sittings or test dates ( “ Super - Score ” ) . We will consider your highest English , Math , Reading , and Science scores even if you earn them on separate test dates for the ACT . TCU Admissions Towson University Contact school for information Towson Admissions Trinity College Test optional . If you decide to submit standardized test scores , Trinity will accept the highest scores on all tests ( they need not be from the same exam date ) . Trinity College Admissions Trinity University Trinity University will super score standardized test scores by taking the best subtest score and creating a new composite score regardless of test date . Trinity U Admissions Troy University Contact school for information Troy Admissions Tufts University When taken multiple times , we will use your highest sub - score for each section . Tufts Admissions University of Arkansas U Arkansas Admissions University of Chicago We will superscore both the SAT and the ACT , meaning that if you have taken either test more than once , you should submit all your scores , and we will add your highest subsection scores together to give you the highest possible combined score . U Chicago Admissions University of Colorado — Boulder Your highest scores are used in the admission decision . If you take the same test more than once , we combine your scores on each subsection to give you the highest overall score . U Colorado Admissions University of Connecticut We will combine the highest scores from each subsection of an exam to create the best overall score ( within same exam formats ) for exams taken more than once . U Conn Admissions University of Dayton U Dayton Admissions University of Delaware U Delaware Admissions University of Denver If you ’ ve taken either test more than once , we ’ ll combine the best scores from the individual sections of each test to create an ideal “ superscore . ” U Denver Admissions University of Georgia If a student takes the SAT or ACT more than once , we will consider the best scores we receive for each section on either exam . U Georgia Admissions University of Maryland We use the highest subscores from the SAT and ACT in our review of your application . U Maryland Admissions University of Mary Washington U Mary Washington Admissions UMass Amherst U Mass Admissions University of Miami We will use the highest composite score from among each test that you ’ ve taken . This is called super scoring . There is no limit to the number of test scores you may submit to us for your application . University of Miami Admissions University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill If you send us scores from multiple test dates , we ’ ll take your highest score for each section of the test and consider those scores as we evaluate your application . UNC Admissions University of North Texas UNT Admissions University of Pittsburgh We will use the highest of the SAT superscore or the ACT composite score in reviewing your application for admission . U Pitt Admissions University of Puget Sound Puget Sound Admissions University of Rhode Island We “ superscore ” your ACT results . . . using the English , math , reading and science sections . Rhode Island Admissions University of Rochester Only your highest SAT or ACT sub - scores will be considered in our final decision , even if they are from different test dates . U Rochester Admissions University of South Florida The University of South Florida considers your highest submitted section scores across all SAT and ACT test dates . Final admission decisions will be made using only your highest cumulative scores . Each time you submit test scores to USF , we will update your record with any new high scores . USF Admissions University of Tampa U Tampa Admissions University of Tennessee We use the super scoring method of combining test scores into a new composite score . U Tennesse Admissions University of Vermont Applicants are encouraged to send scores from every SAT or ACT test date in which they received a top score in each section . Final admissions decisions are based only on your highest section scores , and UVM updates applicant records each time we receive new scores . U Vermont Admissions Valparaiso University We evaluate the ACT or SAT according to your “ superscore , ” which is a composition of your best subscores regardless of test date . Be sure to send in all your test scores for consideration . Valparaiso Admissions Vassar College In assessing ACT scores , Vassar uses the highest subscores taken from multiple test dates and recalculates a new composite score . Vassar Admissions Virginia Commonwealth University VCU Admissions Virginia Tech Virginia Tech Admissions Wake Forest University Wake Forest Admissions Washington University in St . Louis For the ACT , Washington University considers your highest section scores across all the test dates that you submit . Each time you submit scores , we will update your record with any new high scores ( so - called " Super Scores " ) . WUSTL Admissions Wesleyan University Test optional . We will recalculate a new composite ACT score from subsections taken on different dates . Wesleyan Admissions Wheaton College The submission of standardized test results is optional for all candidates . Wheaton Admissions Williams College Williams Admissions Xavier University Xavier Admissions Let us know in the comments if we missed any schools , or if any schools have changed so we can provide you with the most updated list ! If you ’ re applying to colleges on this list , how do their superscoring policies affect your ACT testing plan ? Want to improve your ACT score by 4 + points ? Download our free guide to the top 5 strategies you need in your prep to improve your ACT score dramatically . Free eBook : 5 Tips to 4 + Points on the ACT Tips for Applying to Superscoring Schools If your college superscores the ACT , you should , too ! What I mean by this is that you can concentrate on one to two sections for each test date to build up your highest ACT superscore If this is your strategy , you will have to start taking the ACT tests earlier to ensure that you have enough test dates to maximize your score . Some schools require that you send all of your scores from every time you took the ACT , so we do not recommend having huge fluctuations in your section scores . In other words , give your best effort on every administration of the test . However , this focused study plan may help you build a strong “ superscore ” that ' s a great asset to your college application . Every piece of your application is important to building a successful whole . By carefully crafting a testing plan , researching your schools ’ policies , and preparing strategically and intensively for test day , you ' ll be well on your way to creating an outstanding college application What ’ s Next ? Now that you know all of the colleges that superscore ACT tests , the goal now is to improve your ACT score as much as possible . First , what ’ s a good ACT score ? Read our article on good , bad , and excellent ACT scores so you can identify and prepare for your target score . Next step , preparation ! We ’ ve compiled all free ACT practice tests available today so you can get started on tons of practice questions . Want to get a perfect 36 ACT score ? Read a perfect scorer ' s guide to acing the ACT . Need help on a specific section of the ACT ? Read our guides to getting a 36 on ACT English ACT Math , and ACT Reading Want to improve your ACT score by 4 + points ? Download our free guide to the top 5 strategies you need in your prep to improve your ACT score dramatically . Free eBook : 5 Tips to 4 + Points on the ACT Have friends who also need help with test prep ? Share this article ! Rebecca Safier About the Author Rebecca graduated with her Master ' s in Adolescent Counseling from the Harvard Graduate School of Education . She has years of teaching and college counseling experience and is passionate about helping students achieve their goals and improve their well - being . She graduated magna cum laude from Tufts University and scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT . 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http://blog.prepscholar.com/the-best-way-to-read-the-passage-in-sat-reading | SAT / ACT Prep Online Guides and Tips The Best Way to Read the Passage in SAT Reading Posted by Rebecca Safier | Mar 29 , 2017 8 : 30 : 00 AM SAT Strategies SAT Reading The SAT Reading section presents you with challenging tasks . Not only will you have to sustain your focus over a long 65 - minute section , but you ’ ll also have to search actively for evidence in each passage to back up your answers . The test may be time intensive and full of tricky “ distractor ” answers , but you can learn to avoid the common pitfalls with the right approach . This guide will discuss the best strategies for reading the passages effectively and achieving a high score on the new SAT Reading . To start , let ’ s go over what the redesigned passages are going to look like on your test . Types of Reading Passages On the SAT Since the 2016 SAT ( out of 1600 points ) was rolled out , every SAT reading test features four individual passages and one pair of passages . One of these passages comes from US and World Literature , two come from History and Social Studies , and two deal with Science . In total , each passage ( or set of paired passages combined ) will contain about 500 to 750 words . One or more of them will feature a graph , table , or chart . You ’ ll be tasked with answering a total of 52 Reading questions . You ’ ll complete the Reading section all at one time in one 65 - minute section — the first section you ' ll do on the SAT . There are a few strategies you can use when reading the passages . Before delving into these reading strategies , let ’ s review the types of Reading questions you ’ ll encounter . Types of Reading Questions On the SAT The new SAT asks reading comprehension questions about main points , details , inferences , vocabulary in context , function , author technique , evidence support , and data analysis from a graph , table , or chart . The new SAT is primarily concerned with how you connect evidence to your answers and deconstruct logic and arguments . By keeping this emphasis in mind , you can keep an eye out for relevant details and meaning as you read through the passages . These are the main ways that College Board will test your reading comprehension skills : Big Picture / Main Point What is the overall purpose of the passage ? Is it describing an issue or event ? Is it trying to review , prove , contradict , or hypothesize ? Little Picture / Detail Detail questions will usually refer you to a specific line within the passage . They might ask what a sentence means or how it functions within the overall passage . Inference These questions ask you to interpret the meaning of a line or two in the passage . Do n ' t worry , they wo n ' t be too vague or open to interpretation , as there can only be one absolutely correct answer . Vocabulary in Context These questions usually also refer you to a specific line and ask how a word functions within a sentence . These words are often not too advanced ; instead , they ' re often common words that may have an unusual meaning based on context . Function These questions often ask what a phrase , sentence , or paragraph is accomplishing within the context of the whole passage . This links to your understanding of the big picture / main point . Author Technique What ' s the author ' s tone , style , or other technique in this passage ? Paired passage questions often ask you to compare and contrast author techniques or opinions . Evidence Support These questions ask you to choose a line or series of lines that provide the best evidence to your answer to a previous question . Therefore , an evidence question could refer back to any of the question types mentioned above , with the exception of vocab - in - context . These evidence support questions often take the form , “ Which choice provides the best evidence to the previous question ? ” While these questions can help you check your thinking , they may also contain a trap ; if you answered wrong to the previous question , you ' ll probably find that the mistake in your thinking has a corresponding answer in the evidence question . Data Analysis These questions are entirely new and refer to graphs and charts . They may ask something like , “ Which claim about traffic congestion is supported by the graph ? ” The hardest ones may combine with an inference question , like , “ " The author is least likely to support which interpretation of the data in this figure ? ” Understanding the types of passages and questions will begin to improve your understanding of the Reading section and how you approach each passage . As you take SAT practice tests , keep a critical eye on how each question fits into one or more of the above categories . Now let ' s look specifically at what steps you should take when reading through the passages to maximize your comprehension and take control of your time management . One step at a time . . . How to Read the Passages Some students jump into reading , others read the questions first , and still others swear by a “ back and forth ” method . In our view , the five steps described below represent a tried and true approach that works for most students . It uses effective methods to understand the important points of the passage before you even read it , and it helps you save time digesting the passage . With five passages to read and 52 questions to answer in only 65 minutes , time is of the essence . Read over these steps , give this approach a try , and see if it helps you preserve your focus and work efficiently as you prep for the SAT Reading . Step 1 A good standard approach is to glance over the corresponding questions before you begin to read the first passage . This way , you ' ll have a sense of what you ' re looking for and where to focus your attention . Even though the passage may be a fascinating description of space mining or Japanese marriage customs , deep reading is not your goal here — answering the questions correctly and efficiently is . You can always learn more about a topic after the SAT . For now , you want to laser your focus onto the tasks at hand . As you read the questions , you can circle the Big Picture / Main Point questions right off the bat . You can leave these for the end , as in this example from College Board ' s SAT Practice Test 1 Here , the main purpose question comes first . You can choose to answer it last , though , once you have a strong understanding of the passage . As for the specific line questions , you can make a mark on the lines referenced and pay special attention to them when reading . All of this marking and prioritizing is not to suggest that you wo n ' t be quickly reading the whole passage ; instead , it ' s a way to know what you ' re looking for before you start . Again , this is an approach that saves time for most students , but you should also feel free to use the method that works best for you . Step 2 Quickly read the information blurb that comes at the very beginning of the passage . This should help you situate the passage in context . When is the author writing , for instance ? Is she an author of fiction , a scientist , or a historian ? Having this context at the beginning may help you begin to have an understanding of the tone , style , and purpose of the passage . This passage is from the dads of DNA themselves ! Things are about to get science - y ! Step 3 Now , go ahead and read the passage . You should read quickly , even skimming for important features . These include the last line of the introduction ( usually the thesis of the passage ) , opening sentences of paragraphs , and the conclusion . Also , look out for transitional words and phrases , like however , additionally , and despite , that might mark a shift in or continuation of ideas . This approach will be much more helpful and time - saving than trying to understand each and every word . Another consideration as you read is your own mindset . You probably know that being interested in a subject helps you pick it up faster . You may think you ca n ' t help what you ' re interested in , but actually , you have a great deal of control over your mindset . If you try to approach the passages being really interested in , even fascinated by , the topic at hand , then you ' ll be able to speed up your reading and improve your retention . You might be skeptical , but the SAT actually can have some pretty intriguing , random information , and they have such a great range you ' re likely to be interested in some , if not all , of the passages . Step 4 On to answering the questions . Leave the ones you circled for the end . It can be helpful to predict your own answer before actually looking at the answer choices . They are designed and worded so that they all sound plausible , so they could distract you from your original understanding of the question . If your passage includes a chart or graph , then you ' ll have one or two data interpretation questions . You may be able to answer these even before skimming the passage , but in most cases it will be helpful to have context . Many of these questions do n ' t ask for data analysis alone , but instead ask if the data supports a claim made in the text or if the author incorporated a data point to prove or refute an argument . These kinds of questions will call on you to find evidence in numbers as well as in prose , as in this table and question based on the above mentioned passage by Watson and Crick : Notice how this question is n ' t straightforward data analysis . It goes one step further by asking a " little picture / detail " question about the authors ' proposed pairing of bases in DNA . You ' ll have to locate info in both the passage and the table . As you work through the various passage and data - based questions , it can be distracting to go back and forth between the test booklet and bubble sheet . It can be useful and save time to answer the entire set of questions in your test booklet and then transfer all your answers to the bubble sheet in one chunk . But make sure you do n ' t run out of time doing this , and be careful that your answers line up corrently on the bubble sheet ! The detail questions should go in chronological order with the passages , so the first detail question might refer to a line near the beginning of the passage and continue in order after that . They ' re not all mixed up in random order , but rather coincide with the flow of the passage . Step 5 Once you ' ve answered the other questions , you can go back to the general purpose questions you circled . You should have your best sense of the passage at this point , after you ' ve read it and answered other questions about it . Finally , you can go ahead and carefully transfer your answers to the bubble sheet . These 5 steps are an effective approach for most students reading and answering questions on the Critical Reading passages . If you ' ve never tried this kind of reading strategy before , definitely try it out on your next practice test and see if your score improves . This is especially effective if you find that you keep running out of time ! Let ' s discuss some other tips and strategies that are helpful to keep in mind . Be on the lookout for SAT " red herrings " ! Tips and Strategies for Critical Reading Beyond practicing your reading efficiency , you can use some other strategies as you answer the questions and prep for this section . The age - old trick of process of elimination is alwayse useful . An unexpected preparation strategy is to practice answering ACT Science questions . Read on for a few more useful strategies that will help you do your best on SAT Reading . Want to learn more about the SAT but tired of reading blog articles ? Then you ' ll love our free , SAT prep livestreams . Designed and led by PrepScholar SAT experts , these live video events are a great resource for students and parents looking to learn more about the SAT and SAT prep . Click on the button below to register for one of our livestreams today ! Sign Up for Our SAT Livestream Look to Eliminate Wrong Answers None of the answers will be glaringly wrong . In fact , they ' re worded in such a way that they ' ll often all seem plausible ! This means you ' ll have to play interception on your own brain . It may be easily distracted by answers that seem sort of right , but you have to halt your distracted thought process in its steps . If you find yourself overly rationalizing or justifying an answer , it ' s probably not the correct one . There is only one 100 % correct answer , and it wo n ' t cause you too much overthinking . Generally , wrong answers are too specific , too broad , describe a relationship in reverse order , or just present a totally unrelated concept . This article goes into further detail about how to eliminate wrong answers in order to land on the one 100 % correct one . A good rule of thumb is to avoid extremes . Words like " never " or " always " are not usually present in the correct answer . But to follow my own advice , I should never say never ! Another essential mindset , and one that the new SAT will ask to use explicitly , is one that looks for evidence . Back Up Your Answers With Evidence Do n ' t just choose an answer that " feels " right — instead , make sure you can back up all your answers with evidence direct from the text . None of these questions require you to have any pre - existing knowledge of the topic . Instead , they ' re testing your reading comprehension . All your answers should be proven and supported by the passage . Even if the answer were to be factually inaccurate ( do n ' t worry , it wo n ' t be ) , the questions are still completely about the passage , not about knowledge you already have . This is an important point to remember for the SAT , which will use texts with which you may be familiar or that are especially relevant to history or contemporary life . To answer questions correctly , it ' s crucial that you turn off your personal biases or opinions and base your understanding completely on the text at hand . Luckily , the new evidence support questions will be a good reminder to keep referring back to the text for your responses . You ’ ll likely get two to three evidence support questions per passage that explicitly ask you to choose one or a few lines that prove your answer to a previous question . These help you check your thinking and ensure that you have proof for an answer . Even if a question is not followed by an evidence support question , though , you should try to use this mindset of backing up your responses with evidence directly from the text . That way you know you ’ re basing your answer on the words on the page , rather than on your own assumptions . Practice Data Analysis with ACT Science Questions Those who consider themselves English buffs may not love the addition of charts , tables , and graphs in their SAT Reading questions . What ' s this data doing in a reading comprehension section , anyway ? According to College Board , the inclusion of data analysis is part of its attempt to connect the new SAT with what students are learning in the classroom and with real - world skills . You can actually sharpen your data interpretation skills by practicing with ACT Science questions The ACT questions may call for more specialized scientific knowledge , but they still demand the same skills of interpretation as will the SAT Reading questions . By referring to charts and graphs for your answer and looking for evidence in data , you ' ll be better prepared for the data and evidence - based Reading questions on the SAT . Know Your Literary Terms and Techniques SAT Reading is primarily concerned with understanding function ( of words , sentences , paragraphs ) and argument . Therefore , most of your SAT reading practice should focus on deciphering the logic and structure of a piece . However , it ' s still useful to review the most common literary terms , like theme , style , tone , foreshadowing , and imagery , as well as some of the most common words to describe them . In addition to reviewing definitions , you should learn how to apply and find them in something you read . It ' s one thing to know that a tone can be somber , hopeful , or suspicious ; it ' s another to determine the tone of a given passage . Test prep will help you get better and better at this , along with reading and analyzing as much as you can in and out of the classroom . Study Vocabulary As mentioned above , the vocabulary questions based on passages will not test your understanding of little - used big words . Instead of obscure vocab , Reading questions might ask about relatively common words that are used in an unusual way within the context of the passage . This means you should practice interpreting meaning in context , along with understanding the denotations ( definitions ) and connotations ( what words imply or suggest ) of words . To give a simplistic example , note how the phrase , " Nice job , " can have two very different connotations in these two contexts . " Nice job , " Kathy snickered to her friends , after tripping you in the cafeteria . " Nice job ! " Kathy said admiringly , as you showed her the bowl you made in ceramics . Understanding multiple - meaning words , as well as tone , is all about context . Given these steps and strategies , how can you strengthen your Reading skills ? Practice , Practice , Practice The Reading section on the SAT is not always so closely aligned with your high school English classes , although the redesigned version is more connected than ever before with its emphasis on evidence - based reading . While your English classes may encourage you to be creative and support all kinds of interpretations , your SAT Reading questions will only have one absolutely correct answer , and that answer must be derived from and supported by the text itself . You can strengthen your ability to read and answer questions quickly with serious test prep , which will not only help your reading comprehension skills , but also your time management and pacing . Reading sources outside of class , like news articles from the New York Times , will also help you hone your skills of analyzing logic , deconstructing arguments , and determining author opinion and tone . If you ' re applying as a humanities or social sciences major , you especially want to make sure you score highly on the Reading section of the SAT . Take practice tests , identify your weaknesses , understand your mistakes , and practice often and effectively so you can score highly on Reading . With the right approach and sufficient test prep , you could even achieve a perfect Reading score What ' s Next ? Now that you know about the changes to the Reading section , check out our Complete Guide to the New SAT to learn about the rest of the redesigned test ! Are you deciding between the new SAT and the ACT ? You can read all about how the two tests compare to each other here , as well as learn about the changes taking place to the Writing section of the ACT . Want to improve your SAT score by 160 points ? We have the industry ' s leading SAT prep program . Built by Harvard grads and SAT full scorers , the program learns your strengths and weaknesses through advanced statistics , then customizes your prep program to you so you get the most effective prep possible . Check out our 5 - day free trial today : Improve Your SAT Score by 160 + Points , Guaranteed Have friends who also need help with test prep ? Share this article ! Rebecca Safier About the Author Rebecca graduated with her Master ' s in Adolescent Counseling from the Harvard Graduate School of Education . She has years of teaching and college counseling experience and is passionate about helping students achieve their goals and improve their well - being . She graduated magna cum laude from Tufts University and scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT . | [
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http://blog.prepscholar.com/what-does-act-stand-for | SAT / ACT Prep Online Guides and Tips What Does ACT Stand For ? The Complete Story Posted by Allen Cheng | Apr 3 , 2018 4 : 00 : 00 PM ACT General Info The ACT is now the most popular college admissions standardized test in the US , with the number of test - takers exceeding that of the SAT . But what does ACT actually stand for , and why does this actually matter ? We answer all your questions in this guide . What Does ACT Mean ? The ACT began in 1959 , when Everett Franklin Lindquist , a professor at University of Iowa , was unhappy with the SAT for two reasons : The SAT was designed as an aptitude test – essentially , it tested your intelligence and innate capacity to learn . Lindquist thought that a college assessment test should really be testing what you ’ ve actually learned in school . The SAT was popular in private schools in the northeastern US ( New York , Massachusetts ) but not in the rest of the country and not in public schools . Lindquist believed the test should be accepted by public institutions and other schools across the country . Even though the SAT had begun over 30 years earlier and was growing in popularity , Lindquist believed he could do things better . As a result , he founded the American College Testing Program . See the ACT in there ? Exclusive Bonus : What ' s a good ACT score , and how high do you need to score ? Read our guide to find out . Lindquist designed the ACT to cover skills that you ’ ve learned in school . It began with four sections : English , Math , Social Studies , and Natural Sciences . It gave a composite score , just like it does now ( read How is the ACT Composite Score Calculated ? Since then , the test has n ’ t changed all that much , in contrast to the SAT , which has had something of an identity crisis Here are the major milestones in the history of the ACT : 1959 : The first ACT is administered to 75,460 students . 1972 : Million Mark : The ACT hits 1,000,000 students taking the ACT . 1989 : Redesign : The ACT undergoes a major change . The Social Studies section is changed into Reading , and Natural Sciences is changed into Science Reasoning . Both changes are an attempt to test fundamental reading and reasoning skills , rather than facts about history and science . 2005 : The ACT adds an optional Writing Test . 2007 : Every single college in the United States now accepts the ACT for admission . 2012 : The number of students taking the ACT surpasses the SAT for the first time . At 1.85 million students , this means over half of the country ’ s graduates are taking the ACT . So what does ACT stand for ? It started off as the American College Test , but at this point the ACT organization does n ’ t formally call it that . The test is just known as the ACT . What ' s Next ? Now that you ’ ve learned the history , you probably want to know how you can get the highest ACT score possible Find out what a good ACT score is , and how to calculate your own ACT target score Interested in free ACT practice tests ? Click here for a guide on how to get every official ACT practice test available Read our detailed guide to the best ACT prep books Want to improve your ACT score by 4 points or more ? We ' ve written a free guide to the very best strategies you need to use : Raise Your ACT Score by 4 Points ( Free Download ) Have friends who also need help with test prep ? Share this article ! Allen Cheng About the Author As co - founder and head of product design at PrepScholar , Allen has guided thousands of students to success in SAT / ACT prep and college admissions . He ' s committed to providing the highest quality resources to help you succeed . Allen graduated from Harvard University summa cum laude and earned two perfect scores on the SAT ( 1600 in 2004 , and 2400 in 2014 ) and a perfect score on the ACT . | [
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http://blog.probacto.com/candida-infestation-and-biotin/ | Candida Infestation and Biotin Written by Sean Brookwood Published on September 22 , 2013 In a research study , a group of Candida sufferers were tested for the biotin levels in their blood streams , and the results showed that an unusually high percentage of the Candida sufferers exhibited a minor to large deficiency of biotin . In one research study in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Iowa , participants who were lacking in biotin contracted a scaly redness to the skin caused by dilatation and congestion of the capillaries . When samples of these skin liaisons were cultured , the samples began to grow the Candida albicans fungus . In another study at the Department of Microbiology , Faculty of Medicine , at the University of Tokyo , when regular yeast were subjected to a biotin deficiency , the yeast turned pathogenic therefore changing into its fungal stage and began to grow hyphae , which are the long , branching filamentous structures or mycelia of a fungus which allows it to dig into the intestines therefore allowing food particles and proteins to enter the blood stream resulting in leaky gut syndrome . Biotin is a good addition to any Candida treatment since it negatively affects Candida because of its ability to prevent yeast from converting into its pathogenic or fungal form . Biotin does this by interfering with the growth of the Candida . Supplements should not be started until the user has been taking both kefir and a strong probiotic for at least two weeks in order to prevent other B vitamin deficiencies . A good dosage of biotin during a Candida treatment is 1000 - 2000 mcg . If the infestation is severe , working up to about 5000 - 6000 mcg taken in intervals throughout the day for a short time period is acceptable , this means no more than two to three weeks . Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate should be taken every day as well to protect you from the Candida die - off toxins . A Human Necessity You might say that , since Biotin is such a necessary vitamin which is used by every living animal and organism in existence on the earth , it has as many as four official names , they are , biotin , B7 , vitamin H , and coenzyme R . This being the fact , you can imagine that there are quite a number of other reasons that biotin is so important to all of us other than using it during a Candida treatment . Biotin is responsible for metabolizing carbohydrates as well as the amino acids and changing the Other possible symptoms of a biotin deficiency are ; hair loss or hair pattern baldness , elevated levels of LDL cholesterol , dry skin as well as skin rashes , inflammation , paralysis , heart problems including heart palpitations , general depression , muscle pain , and a weakened immunity . As with all B vitamins , obviously the best way to obtain enough biotin is to allow the intestinal bacteria to produce enough biotin to meet the body ’ s needs . However , if a person has contracted a Candida albicans infestation , they are more likely to have a lack of beneficial flora in the intestines ; therefore it ’ s much less likely that enough of any of the B vitamins are being produced to meet the normal needs . Taking a B complex supplement is not a good idea because of the extremely abnormal balance of If you will slowly build up to high amounts of probiotics and drink homemade kefir and homemade yogurt as well as eating foods such as naturally fermented sauerkraut , you will be naturally and safely reestablishing the beneficial bacteria in your intestines , and these bacteria will produce a sufficient amount and proper ratio of the B vitamins as long as you feed the beneficial bacterial the correct foods such as artichokes , onions , fresh spinach , Bob ’ s Red Mill Rice Bran flour , and Bob ’ s Red Mill Oat Bran Hot Cereal ( these last Candida Treatment Protocol The Coconut Bread recipe can be found on this page of the treatment . Remember , for a good source of prebiotics for the bacteria , you can substitute Bob ’ s Red Mill Rice Bran flour and / or Bob ’ s Red Mill Oat Bran Hot Cereal in place of the coconut flour . The links that are on the Candida Diet and Protocol as well as the links in these articles were placed there by the owners of this website , Probacto . com . Any and all payments that are received via the links as well as all profits from the sales of products marketed on this website are received by the owners of Probacto . com . Signed by : Site Administrator Comments bulent says : March 4 , 2015 at 5 : 57 am You should not eat lunch to clean candida . You should 12 hours and 12 hours empty stomach in a day . . Reply madeline says : June 27 , 2016 at 9 : 06 pm Please more specific . Are u saying a person should eat every 12 hrs ? I was told to eat small meals , but when I eat I get extremely fatigued and can not function properly , so I wait to eat till I have nothing to take care of and can fall asleep if that is what happens as I seem to have no control and just find my self waking up not even knowing I went to sleep this is really important and am not getting enough help from my current Dr . ’ s . so pls Reply | [
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http://blog.probacto.com/the-candida-and-estrogen-connection/ | The Candida and Estrogen Connection Written by Debbie Published on June 17 , 2013 There is a connection between Candida and estrogen , and the connections leads to a condition called vaginal candidiasis . This article is about the problems associated with hormonal imbalance in the relation to the two aforementioned substances naturally present in the human body . Candida overgrowth and hormonal imbalance are abnormalities in the way the body naturally functions . There is a natural tendency for the human body to give signals that alert us that there is something wrong . Those signals come in the form of symptoms . Marc Lambert , who specializes in Homeopathy and Candida overgrowth , clarified that a great deal of symptoms associated with the two earlier mentioned abnormalities are very much the same . Lambert explains that an imbalance in the hormone called estrogen affects women more than men primarily because of its significant role in the female anatomy than in a male ’ s . Estrogen as further elaborated by Lambert is produced in the ovaries , adrenals , fat cells , and bowel . Women are supposed to have far more estrogen than men . An overgrowth in the otherwise harmless Candida can have adverse effects in the endocrine and immune systems . Such overgrowth can cause hormonal problems as well . Lambert provides an example of how that can happen . He details that the moment Candida waste generates false estrogen , the human body may get facts wrong . Such production may be mistakenly taken as a sign that the body has all the estrogen necessary , and will start producing less . Vaginal Candidiasis Lambert further warns that elevated estrogen levels can also lead to another condition known as vaginal candidiasis . In the information provided by Canada . com about Vaginitis , it mentions that yeast infection , which is otherwise referred to as Vaginal Candidiasis , is also a result of the overgrowth discussed earlier . You can experience problems associated with yeast infection if you are under certain medications like antibiotics . A suppressed immune system can similarly result in such problems . Furthermore , if you are not able to get adequate sleep , have a poor diet or take oral contraceptives , you are at higher risk of contacting yeast infections in your private areas . The Problem with Suspicions According to Elizabeth Gunther Stewart , a Boston - based gynecologist , women usually assume that the characteristic discharge and irritation in the private areas are yeast infection . These ladies are not aware that those occurrences may also serve as signals for other conditions that require immediate attention . Following the common suspicion , there are women who would end up self - treating themselves in what they believe to be a yeast infection . They fail to realize the possibility that they may not be addressing the problem or worse , further aggravating their discomfort because they did Look out for the Symptoms In the article entitled “ Vaginal Candidiasis ” , found in the Better Medicine ’ s website , certain symptoms are enumerated . For one , it informs that those who are suffering from such conditions may also experience itching in the private area . Women with vaginal candidiasis may likewise notice a thick white discharge . Moreover , the area around the privates may also appear swollen and red . Pain may be felt during sexual intercourse or urination . Pretending to be experts Sometimes , the confusion lies in the similarities . Those similarities are what lead us to believe that a particular symptom is a sign of a certain condition . And then we form our own conclusions without initially setting the facts straight . Most often than not , we tend to assume that we already know what might be the problem with our bodies . As a result , we drop the need to seek professional assistance believing that we can work things out without it . Unfortunately , things do not always turn out the way we want them Know your body and visit your doctor The wealth of information made available online makes it easy for us to understand more about our bodies . Gathering helpful data about what may bother us has never been this easy . However , even the most credible sources accessible online do not claim to replace proper medical care . It helps to do our homework and strive to grasp better the workings of our own body . Nevertheless , we should never fail to remember that we can only understand so much and we might even misinterpret things . It is important to keep in mind that someone Spoiler Inside : References Select Show | [
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http://blog.projectionhub.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-budget-and-financial-projections/ | What is the Difference Between a Budget and Financial Projections ? September 7 , 2014 by ProjectionHub Leave a Comment So you are used to creating a budget for your home or your business and then all of a sudden a potential lender or investor asks you to create a set of financial projections . You say , “ of course ! I will get that to you ASAP ” now you are frantically searching on Google to find out what in the world a financial projection means . Well if you are familiar with the budgeting process , then you are in luck because creating financial projections is really the same thing . Here are the definitions for both terms from Business Dictionary . Financial Projections – “ A forecast of future revenues and expenses for a business , organization , or country . A financial projection will typically take into account both internal information such as historical income and cost data , and estimates of the development of external market factors , providing estimated figures in addition to projections of the general financial condition of the company in the future . ” Budget – “ An estimate of costs revenues , and resources over a specified period , reflecting a reading of future financial conditions and goals . ” Typically , it seems that the term budget is used for existing businesses who tend to have stable results from year to year . Financial projections on the other hand may be used if you are a startup or fast growing business with rapidly changing financials . The good news is you can use our web application ProjectionHub to create a set of financial projections or a budget for your business for free right here . If you have any questions about the process , please do n ’ t hesitate to contact us and ask for help . Filed Under : Budget Pro Forma Financial Statements ProjectionHub | [
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http://blog.qualitydatasystems.com/why-financial-institutions-should-implement-universal-tellers | Why Financial Institutions Should Implement Universal Tellers How many of you have ever been to the Apple store before ? Their Genius Bar and the people who staff it , as well as , the rest of the store are very universal in what they do for customers . No matter if you ’ re looking at an iMac , iPad or an iPod , they can tell you about those products , what they do and why they might be a solution to your problem or need . They can then also finish the transaction by entering the sale , processing the payment and tying up Existing Environmental Challenge Today we are going to look at why financial institutions need to implement Universal Staffing models . To get a grasp of why this is needed in the banking industry , let ’ s look at what happens now . When Mr . Jones walks into the branch who he will interact with typically is dependent on what Mr . Jones needs from his financial institution that day . Most financial institutions have some version of job descriptions which are just tellers and then either customer or member service representatives . Tellers handle the transactions that have to do with the core deposits , withdrawals , check cashing , as well as other duties . So how do you take these two separate job titles , the tellers and customer service reps , and merge them into a Universal teller ? The key to transformation is achieved by going to the core of training your staff . Instead of a silo approach of teaching , you focus efforts on your employees being versatile . The end result is you have fewer overall FTEs ( full time equivalents ) , but the people who you have are crossed trained in both abilities / skill sets , so no matter who greets Mr . Jones , they can help with any particular task he is needing that day without having a hand - off . It does n ’ t matter if Mr Today ’ s Current Separate FTE Experience Let ' s talk about what happens today in most branches . You come into the branch to open an account , you wait 5 to 10 minutes for a customer service person to greet you when they free up . Then you go to their desk and start filling out paperwork . After the paperwork is filled out you and the customer service person go and stand in the teller line waiting again to be helped . This time you meet a new employee that handles your transaction and might not be super excited to help you because they How implementing Universal Tellers creates the best customer experience : With a Universal Teller , the process would be streamlined ; you enter the bank or credit union , you fill out paperwork , they make your deposit , explain any last minute items and you are on your way . This does a couple great things : 1 . Saves the customer time and makes them happy – customer retention is becoming increasingly important 2 . Eliminates the passing of the baton , speeding up the amount of customers you can service 3 . Eliminates staff standing around waiting on others giving a better quality of service because they ca n ’ t help with that particular issue 4 . Allows your staff to offer additional services to help grow the relationship and add profitability Notice all four of the above mentioned items are very customer focused . So if you are like 90 % of other humans you might be thinking . . . well what ' s in it for me , the financial institution , CEO or CMO ? That is a great question ! Unfortunately , the number one reason banks and credit unions are going to have to focus in the direction of Universal Tellers , is that they are going to have to reduce cost to maintain profitability as regulatory costs have gone up and branch transactions have gone down . All these changes make it very difficult to drive profit in the branches . If you are not making as much revenue , then you have to find a way to reduce your cost . How implementing Universal Tellers cuts my Financial Institution ’ s operating costs : If you are asking the question “ how does implementing universal Tellers cut my operating costs ” ? So let ’ s go ahead and answer that for you . Let ’ s say you have 4 full time tellers and 3 full time CSRs . The average day in the branch consists of physically helping 15 people with CSR related activities and each teller averages 80 teller transactions . Although you could argue the CSRs are making phone calls in between helping clients and tellers are doing other tasks , the reality is there are large blocks of unused resources . By implementing universal staff and cross - training them , everyone is more efficient , helpful and knowledgeable in ways they can help the customer and refer them to other products that may help build their financial future and your wallet share . Saving 3 FTEs would probably result in roughly $ 100,000 per year in savings on staffing costs , and properly cross - trained employees would drive 25 % more revenue from those transactions , leading to bottom line growth . You may also be interested in our blog post : Why Cash Recyclers are the Cornerstone of Universal Teller Environments . | [
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http://blog.radiantlifecatalog.com/bid/63690/5-Ways-to-Get-More-Choline-in-Your-Diet-Secret-of-Radiant-Living | Latest Articles : 5 Ways to Get More Choline in Your Diet : Secret of Radiant Living Posted by Kayla Grossmann When it comes to choline , the evidence is clear : Americans simply are n ’ t getting enough of it in their diets . Although woefully under - discussed , this essential nutrient is vital for the proper functioning of our cells and is absolutely critical for healthy growth and development - yet only 10 % of the population is meeting the daily recommended intake . So why have n ’ t you heard much about it ? Unfortunately , choline was cast from the glamorous mainstream health scene with its unjustly disgraced partner - in - crime cholesterol , and it is just now starting to make it ’ s way back . Discover the power of this humble nutrient and reclaim choline - rich foods in the diet with 5 simple ideas . What is Choline ? Choline is an essential water - soluble nutrient that is usually grouped in as part of the B - Vitamin complex . Although not technically a vitamin by strict definition , this organic compound is required for life ’ s most quintessential functions , including basic cellular structure , nutrient transport and metabolism . Although it is naturally synthesized in small amounts within the liver , a significant amount of choline must be consumed in the diet to maintain health . Choline was first discovered in 1862 by a chemist by the name of Adolph Strecker , who demonstrated that this unique compound was an integral part of the egg yolk and began to grow awareness about its nutritional significance . Yet with traditional animal foods like eggs and organ meats falling vastly out of favor in the mid 20th century , it was not until 1998 that the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine finally ordained choline as an essential nutrient and established clear dietary recommendations . Structural Integrity of Cell Membranes : Choline plays a role in the synthesis of phopholipids , phosphatidylcholine and sphinogomyelin , the key structural components of the human cell membrane . Metabolism & Liver Function : Research has shown that choline deficiency quickly results in Metabolic Syndrome , a condition involving insulin resistance , elevated serum triglycerides , increased serum cholesterol and obesity . In combination with a low - protein diet , choline deficiency also contributes to fatty liver disease . Nervous System Activity & Development : Choline is essential in the formation of the cholinergic neurons that make up portions of the brain , parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems . It is also a precursor to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine , which is involved in muscle function , memory , and learning among other vital processes . Cancer Prevention & Anti - Inflammatory : Studies consistently find that people with diets rich in choline have the lowest levels of inflammatory markers such as IL - 6 , TNF - alpha and C - reactive protein . Additionally , people that eat a choline - deficient diet for as short as a month have been found to have a significant increase in DNA damage and cancer risk . Early Growth & Development : It is particularly important for women who are pregnant and breastfeeding to eat choline - rich foods , as this nutrient plays an important role in the fetal development of the brain and nervous system . Deficiency in pregnancy has been linked to long - term learning disability and memory problems in offspring . Choline also naturally occurs in breast milk , as young children require a substantial amount to support the formation of the nervous system , which continues at a high rate into the fourth year of life . The presence of choline in breast milk is directly Nourishing Traditions Homemade Baby Formula Supplements vs . Foods As is the case with virtually any popularized nutrient , you will find a plethora of different choline supplements parading around on health food store shelves . The choline squeezed into pills and capsules and liquids however is usually in a form derived from soy lecithin , the questionable byproduct of the soy industry that is also used as an emulsifier in commercial baked goods and chocolate . Although refined to be allegedly free of irritating allergenic soy proteins , this source of choline is not ideal - especially considering that 90 % of soy is genetically modified and that Unsurprisingly , choline is best obtained from pure whole foods in its synergistic form , where the full array of cofactors and complimentary nutrients are absorbed optimally . The current daily dietary recommendation for choline , according to the IOM , is 425 mg daily for women and 550 mg daily for men - standards that put nearly all Americans in the deficient range . Yet these modest values are just based on the minimum needed to prevent liver disease , and recent studies suggest that much higher intakes of choline have exceptional health benefits . The ideal sources of choline are animal foods like egg yolks and liver , which contain the most concentrated amounts of this nutrient and can be easily incorporated into the diet to meet requirements for health and wellness . Enjoy liberally of these choline - rich foods : Pastured Eggs Just one egg yolk contains about 115 mg of choline . In traditional cultures women ate 5 - 7 egg yolks daily during pregnancy ! Pastured eggs should be included whenever possible , as they contain a superior nutrient profile . Get creative with including egg yolks into your diet : add extras into scrambled eggs , enjoy in a homemade ice cream or custard , or include raw in your favorite superfood smoothie Beef Liver 5oz of raw liver contains 423 mg of choline . Liver should be grass - fed and from a reliable source . Try liver in a recipe from Nourishing Traditions , such as a pate or sautéed with onions and butter . If you are not keen on incorporating organ meats into your diet just yet , try dessicated liver in powder or capsule form . Grass - Fed Raw Dairy 8oz of fresh milk , yogurt , and kefir contain about 40 mg of choline . Raw milk products preferable as they have not been subject to pasteurization , keeping fragile nutrients intact . Soaked Nuts and Legumes Legumes such as garbanzo beans , lima beans and lentils have about 70 mgs of choline per cup , while sunflower seeds pumpkin seeds and almonds have around 60 mgs of choline per cup . Nuts and legumes should be consumed in moderation however , as they do contain considerable amounts of anti - nutrients . Seek animal foods as your primary source of choline , but augment with plant based sources as desired . Cruciferous Veggies Veggies from this group , including cauliflower , cabbage , bok choy and broccoli , boast around 65 mg of choline per cup cooked . These vegetables are best enjoyed lightly steamed and with plenty of butter or grass - fed ghee to aid in nutrient assimilation . Learn More : The Perfect Health Diet by Paul and Shou - Ching Jaminet The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby and Child Care by Sally Fallon Morell and Thomas S Cowan , MD Choline Profile Oregon State University Photo Raw Beef Liver by ryumu / Courtesy flickr Tags : Fuel Your Body | [
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http://blog.radiantlifecatalog.com/truth-about-nutrient-dense-foods | Latest Articles : The Truth About Nutrient Dense Foods That Nobody Wants to Hear Posted by Kayla Grossmann Today , most grocery store produce departments are overflowing with displays of plump , colorful fruits and veggies . From bins of red peppers to cartons of sweet blueberries , many of us are fortunate to have a rainbow of produce at our fingertips year - round . However , a recent string of studies has brought the quality of our plant foods into serious question . Crops have shown a shocking decline in nutritional value over past years , leaving nutritionists , food policy advocates and environmentalists scrambling for answers . It may very well be that the recommendation Where have the nutrients gone ? As early as the 1940 ’ s , scientists began making foreboding observations about a rapid mineral dilution in the environment . Accumulating evidence from the last 70 years has strengthened these understandings , pointing to a rapid and irreparable decrease in the nutrient content of our soils . 1 In recent years , the widespread application of chemical fertilizers and over - farming techniques have worked to accelerate these changes at an alarming rate . The use of cheaper , higher yield crop varieties has not helped the situation . Rather than planting region - specific heirloom crops , most large - scale commercial farmers have turned to more profitable hybrid varieties that have been intentionally bred for production convenience . These “ monster ” crops have been selected for their impressive size , sweetness and picture - perfect appearances . However , these changes have come at the expense of nutrient density . “ When you select for yield , crops grow bigger and faster , ” explains University of Texas biochemist , Dr 2 Add to this equation the time and distance that most produce items travel to get to store shelves , and things start to get even scarier . Long - haul trans - continental and international imports bring some fruits and vegetables to the shelves a full seven weeks after they have been picked . During this time the plants continue to respire , burning up beneficial antioxidants and polyphenols . By the time items make it to the shelves , they have almost completely lost the very disease - fighting compounds that we consume them for . Consider the following studies : A 2004 article published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition , compared nutritional differences in 43 garden crops between the years 1950 and 1999 . Information from both dates was collected from U.S. Department of Agriculture archives , and carefully analyzed . Modern numbers slumped a shocking 6 to 38 % behind historic averages . Of the 13 nutrients considered , six showed the most significant declines . These included : protein , calcium , phosphorous , iron , riboflavin ( Vitamin B2 ) and vitamin C . The authors predicted that many other nutrients had likely been effected , but magnesium , zinc , vitamins B6 , E and 3 One study conducted in England , uncovered a drop off of anywhere between 2 to 84 % in the mineral content of foods between the years 1940 - 2002 . This analysis went beyond crops to include animal foods with equally staggering results . Conventionally raised beef for example experienced a 38 % drop in iron , an 84 % decrease in copper and a 4 % dip in magnesium content . 4 A similar study published in the British Food Journal demonstrated significant differences in vegetables grown in the 1930s and 1980s . For the 20 vegetables studied , the average calcium content had plummeted 19 % ; iron 22 % ; and potassium 14 % . 5 According to expert Jo Robinson , wild plants contain many times more phytonutrients than modern varieties . Wild dandelions for example have seven times more nutrients than spinach . Purple potatoes from Peru have 28 times more beneficial anthocyanins than Russet Potatoes . Select native apples , which are no bigger than the size of a cherry , have 100 - fold more phytonutrients than the common Golden Delicious . 6 In 2006 the United Nations admitted to a new type of malnutrition , suggesting the the issue is not always food availability , but rather food quality . This new paradigm has been called " type B malnutrition " and looks at farming practices and issues with multiple micronutient depletion in communities around the globe . 7 The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study warning that people ca n ' t get enough vitamins from diet alone , and that supplementation in all adults is recommended , if not necessary . 8 What can we do about it ? Currently , experts estimate that over three billion people are malnourished in micronutrients , including many living in developed nations . 9 Nutrient deficient crops are expected to contribute significantly to this statistic . As consumers , we can no longer wait to have our food supplies fixed for us . It is important that we take action to protect our own health , and that of our families , friends and the future generations . While the above studies have uncovered some serious issues with crop production , this does n ’ t mean we should give up eating plant foods altogether . After all , fruits and vegetables continue to be our only source of these unique phytonutrients . That ' s why it is so important for us to protect them . Here are some steps that will make a big difference : Support Local Farms I ca n ’ t say enough about getting to know your local farmers . Your foods will be fresh and seasonally appropriate to fit your body ’ s needs throughout the year . And , if you ever have any questions about production and harvesting methods , this is your opportunity to just ask ! Check out the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund for the latest policy , news and updates on all - things local farms . Buy Heirloom Produce They may be bumpy , wrinkled , and strangely - colored , but heirloom produce is usually higher in beneficial compounds than conventional counterparts . If you have a garden , planting heirloom seeds can also be a great way to have fresh produce right in your backyard . Generally these plants are better adapted to the local climate and soil conditions , making them heartier and more likely to produce over a longer period of time . Opt for Organic Whenever Possible There has been some controversy in recent months over whether or not organic is better . In my opinion this is n ’ t even a debate worth having . Save yourself from toxic chemical residue and save the environment from mineral - leaching fertilizers , and we will all win out . Eat Plenty of Healthy Fats That ' s right - fats like grass - fed butter ghee coconut oil and palm oil contain the co - factors and activators that prime our digestive systems for absorbing the most vitamins and minerals from foods . Be sure to add a dollop each time you prepare cooked veggies . If enjoying a fresh salad , dress with plenty of unrefined olive oil argan oil and / or flax oil Supplement with Superfoods As Needed It ’ s not always what we want to do , but sometimes supplementing is necessary . Be sure to use only supplements that are derived from concentrated whole foods , and avoid those that contain synthetic additives . Carefully sourced superfood supplements can go a long way in correcting dietary deficiencies and supporting health over the long term . Buy from companies you trust , who are doing their share to protect the environment and our food supply too ! Tags : Fuel Your Body Avoid Toxins First Name Last Name Email Website Comment | [
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http://blog.refactortactical.com/blog/warno-warning-order/ | This is How to Give a WARNO February 23 2015 Within the planning process of a military operation there are several key steps that must be accomplished before being able to action the mission The WARNO or Warning Order is one of these key steps that vary in time detail and method of delivery depending on Mission Enemy Terrain and Weather Troops and Fire Support Time and Civilian Considerations METTTC While some WARNOs are given in a nice heated room from a power point ranger others are given in the field or 5 minutes prior to departure and can even double as an operations order OPORD if given correctly While WARNOs change the basic elements of it stay the same WARNO Format 1 Situation a Enemy Forces This section is extremely important and should be given in as much detail as time allows Give the enemys disposition strength composition capabilities and most likely corse of action MLCOA This will allow your soldiers to properly equip themselves with any additional weaponry or equipment necessary b Friendly Forces Use this section to briefly describe any friendly forces that may be operating in the AO or with your unit during the operations Also give the mission of the next higher unit and any adjacent units This is always important to help reduce fratricide Be sure to give any information that may help in identifying adjacent friendly forces while in the field c Attachments and Detachments Give any information pertaining to attached units such as EOD K9 Medics etc 2 Mission T his is given in the Who What When Where Why 5Ws format and it should be clear to everyone as to what the objective is and how you plan to reach your desired end state Always repeat the mission twice 3 Execution Provide as much information about how the actual mission will take place as possible During a WARNO this can be brief or detailed but should give everyone involved a good idea as to how you are going to accomplish the mission Remember to give any information that may help them prepare appropriately An example would be to tell them you will be conducting INFIL via rotary wing aircraft and that everyone needs to bring rappel gloves 4 Command and Signal This is essentially the beans and bullets portion This gives troops an idea as to how they will get the equipment needed to complete the operation 5 Service and support This gives the command structure during the operation freqs call signs and any other pertinent information Again when giving the WARNO be sure to give troops the information they need to prepare for the mission For example if you are planning to do satellite communication during your operation you need to tell your RTL to bring the appropriate radio antennas and fills Authors Note As mentioned WARNOs differer drastically from unit to unit While schools like Ranger School and the Special Forces Qualification Course follow a more rigorous guideline for giving out a WARNO these can be tailored in anyway needed as long as it gets across the information needed to prepare for the operation Following the WARNO each member of the team should have a clear and concise idea of what they need to do to prepare for the OPORD Operations Order and or mission If you conduct similar mission you should always try and have some type of WARNING ORDER template that you can use to fill in the blanks This could include things like Equipment common to all Mission Specific equipment Ammunition required Routes Target or HVT High Value Target information Time line Seating plan of vehicle platforms PIR Priority Intelligence Requirements Have something in specific that you do to give a WARNO Please let us know in the comments section below We are always interested in what others do and you information could certainly help other soldiers prepare for their next mission Subscribe to our mailing list Military Training OPORD WARNO | [
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http://blog.relationshipsurgery.com/20-funniest-harshest-ways-get-revenge-cheating-partner/ | 20 Funniest Harshest Ways To Get Revenge On A Cheating Partner relsurg July 24 , 2017 There are lots of different ways people react when they have been cheated on . Some just quietly finish the relationship and move , while others flip out . 1 . 2 . After this husband found out his wife was cheating on him , he decided to make a sign and post it round his neighborhood letting everyone else know what she has been up to . Advertisement 3 . This woman was so angry with her husband that she took a can of paint and attacked his pride and joy . Some of the wording leaves a little to be desired . 4 . This woman caught her partner cheating , kicked him out then proceeded to model all his clothes and sell them on EBay . Advertisement 5 . This woman had a sign specially made after her cheating husband had the cheek to kick her out of his home after she caught him out . 6 . The words painted hon his nice clean garage door say it all here . 7 . This one is incredible . How did he manage to keep his anger to himself until he was given the chance to tattoo this masterpiece on her back ? 8 . This girl found these panties on her floor after taking a trip . When she got back and found these , she photographed them and put them up on her Facebook . 9 . This guy sent out this email to all her neighbors after he found out his wife was having an affair with a local resident . He even goes as far as telling everyone the guys phone number and reg of his car for good measure . 10 . This woman made a sign and took it to a ball game . The sign says it all . 11 . This guy found his girlfriend to be cheating and managed to access her face Facebook profile . He posted this updated for all her friends to see . 12 . This woman had a special sign made when her husband cheated on her and left her . I must say I have n ’ t seen anything similar in the past . 13 . If there is one way to get at a guy after he cheats or lets you down , it is with a key on his pride and joy . Especially bad if it is a Porsche . 14 . Can you imagine his drive to work when he saw this sign . 15 . Another billboard rented by a bitter wife . 16 . Now the whole town knows . 17 . This woman has really gone to town on her husbands house , garage and car . 18 . Well at least this guy is paying his penance . 18 This guy pinned this note to the underside of a toilet seat so he knew that the boyfriend would see it when he went for a pee . | [
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http://blog.reneerouleau.com/how-to-heal-a-curling-iron-burn-and-scar-on-the-skin/ | Back to Routines How To Heal A Curling Iron Burn And Scar On The Skin January 18 , 2013 By Renée Rouleau Updated 12 / 1 / 17 . With the hair trend of having soft , beachy waves , women are using curling irons to achieve this look . Sometimes the use of a curling iron leads to accidental burns and I ’ m often asked , “ How do I heal a curling iron burn ? ” and “ How do I fade and lighten a curling iron scar ? ” Healing a burn and fading a scar require two different treatments . How to heal a curling iron burn The less you do to a curling iron burn , the better , but keeping it moist and protected with an antibacterial ointment such as Neosporin followed by a band - aid or sterile , lint - free gauze can aid in the healing process . Many people will ask about applying tea tree oil , aloe vera gel or lavender oil to curling iron burns , but some of these may actually be an irritant to oozing and inflamed skin . My experience tells me the less you mess with it , the quicker it will heal . The Once the skin has closed and the crusty scab is completely gone ( be sure not to pick ! ) and you ’ re left with a dark , discolored scar then you ’ ll treat the scar differently . How to get rid of burn scars from a curling iron Let ’ s talk about how to lighten and fade burn scars once they have fully healed and you ’ re left with a discolored mark . A curling iron burn ( depending on severity ) usually lasts 7 - 14 days , but the red or dark burn scar can linger for weeks — or even months . Red or dark burn scars are caused from trauma to the skin cells . These scars should be treated the same way a blemish scar is treated . Like blemish scars , burn scars will fade with time , but with proper treatment , you can expedite the healing process considerably by doing these three things . Use a gentle acid exfoliating product . Acid exfoliators contain ingredients like glycolic and lactic acid that work deep within the skin to dissolve and digest the damaged cells caused by the curling iron burn and stimulate new and healthy cell growth . Simply put , they get out the old and encourage the new to create more even - toned skin . As mentioned , discoloration from a burn can be treated just like discoloration leftover from a blemish . Post - Breakout Fading Gel is a gentle exfoliant for removing pigmented cells . Use a natural skin lightener . Above and beyond exfoliating the skin regularly , you ’ ll want to use skin brightening ingredients to help fade the appearance of a burn scar . Ingredients like vitamin C ( the best kind of vitamin C for fading pigment is magnesium ascorbyl phosphate which can be found in Vitamin C&E Treatment ) , arbutin , licorice extract and white tea extract . These are also helpful for brown spots from sun damage . Use sunscreen faithfully . When your skin is exposed to UV daylight ( in spring , summer , fall and winter ) , this keeps pigment cells awake and active and prevents a scar from fading as easily . Wearing sunscreen protects damaged cells so they can properly heal and recover so your skin can get even - toned much faster . Most importantly , be patient . Burns can take a few months to fade ( even more for deeper skin tones ) but follow my expert advice and the fading process will go much more quickly . Like this post ? I have over 1000 of them here Which skin care products are best for your face ? See our nine skin types or take the Skin Type Quiz and get products recommended . Need expert advice from a licensed esthetician ? Schedule a virtual consultation to get customized advice in person , over the phone or online via Skype or FaceTime . For more expert advice check out the blog . Also , sign up for our skin tip e - newsletter , follow Renée Rouleau on Twitter and Instagram and join the discussion on our Facebook page . You ’ ll be your own skin care expert in no time . Get the # ReneeRouleauGlow ! Renée Rouleau Celebrity Esthetician & Skincare Expert As an esthetician trained in cosmetic chemistry , Renée Rouleau has spent 30 years researching skin , educating her audience , and building an award - winning line of products . Trusted by celebrities , editors , bloggers , and skincare obsessives around the globe , her vast real - world knowledge and constant research are why Marie Claire calls her “ the most passionate skin practitioner we know . ” Categories Routines Topics burn scars fade scars skin care tips Comments : Post a comment I BURNED MYSELF ON MY CURLING IRON AND I WAS SLAPPING MY FORHEAD AND IT PEALED ! WILL IT SCAR FOR LIFE ? ? ? ? Posted By : Lauren | May 20 , 2016 Reply It ’ s hard for me to know without seeing what it looks like . I would assume not though if you ’ re caring for it the right way . Posted By : | May 22 , 2016 Reply Hi , I burnt my lip letting a friend wax me . ( I think she may have pulled it when it was n ’ t tight and took a bit of my skin off with it . ) I have put neosporin and aloe and everything ! It ’ s been two weeks , and it looks like it ’ s going to scar . . It ’ s a bit darker than my skintone , but it ’ s really tiny , smaller than a pinky nail . Except it ’ s on my upper lip so it Please help . clark May 19 , 2016 It does n ’ t sound like you ’ ll scar , you just have to care for it really well . Skin being pulled off from waxing is fairly common and it should heal up just fine . But yes , the post - breakout gel will definitely help make the discoloration fade when the scab is healed . May 22 , 2016 hi . back in October , i burned the right side of my leg on a light bulb . did n ’ t do squat to it , sadly & now there is a nickle size dark , dark , brown scar . 1 month later , i burned the back of my calf , same leg , by falling into a fire pit . ( i was playing tug of war with my 70 lb dog , with the fire pit behind me . he decided to let go abruptly , & when he did that , down i Tina April 21 , 2016 When it comes to pigmentation , you just need to try all sorts of options to see what works best . Both the Post - Breakout Fading Gel and the Vitamin C&E Treatment can be very effective for this so it ’ s worth trying . ( You can purchase at ReneeRouleau . com ) . Sometimes a prescription skin bleach is needed to accelerate the results . And of course , keeping it out of the sun ( or certainly protected with sunscreen when you are in daylight ) is crucial for any product to work its best . April 24 , 2016 I burned a spot on my face this morning with a curling wand , and I had the urge to pick at it and I did . I know I have to put polysporin on it , but what is the best way to hide it ? Jennifer March 21 , 2016 Concealer would be your best bet for trying to hide some of the discoloration . April 16 , 2016 Hi I ’ ve just burnt my cheek with a curling iron , I did n ’ t react as soon as I should have maybe 10 minutes wen by then I made the mistake of using ice ( I did n ’ t know not to use it ) it ’ s bright red and stinging like crazy . Help ! What do I do ? Genesis February 2 , 2016 Put on some neosporin ointment , keep it moist and do n ’ t mess with it . Let it heal as it wants to . February 9 , 2016 So I burned a spot in my forehead while I was curling my hair , about an inch or so and it turned into a purplish red color , but much of it peeled off and now the skin there is red and a spot is a lighter color than my skin . I do n ’ t know if that ’ s normal Penelope January 27 , 2016 If you see a lighter color than your skin , that is normal . You simply burned down a few layers . That will eventually return to your normal color . February 9 , 2016 Hi Renee , I was applying an Acne Treatment Pad containing 2 % Salicylic Acid all over my face this Saturday , 1 / 9 ( I do this in my daily routine , without problems ) and I left it on top of a persistent blemish for too long . It appears I burned the skin over and around it . At first it was very red and warm to the touch , not overly painful but I could feel the heat coming from the area . The center ( where the blemish was ) appeared to be more of a bright I put ice directly onto it which I later read was not the smartest thing to do as I could feel the burning sensation when the ice was on the mark . I immediately put Neutrogena over it along with a scar diminishing cream called Scar Zone ( it contains 4 % dimethicone , 7.50 % octinoxate and 4 % zinc oxide ) . I add the Scar Zone cream right over the Neosporin . The mark is now dark and it ’ s basically one thick layer of even , scabby skin . How should I treat it at Thanks in advance , you are so helpful to so many who are lost and distraught ! XO . Jade January 12 , 2016 You just have to let it heal and time is mainly what is going to get rid of it . But yes , you can put make up on it and be sure not to pick the scab . Also , when you get out of the shower or wash your face , the scab can soften , but do n ’ t pull it off . It will cause more of a mark . Just let it come off when it ’ s ready . January 15 , 2016 Hi , I recently burned my forehead with my curling wand and I was putting a cold rag on the burn and some part of the burn part came off . Should I be worried ? Jenelle January 5 , 2016 No , it will heal . If it ’ s oozing , put some Neosporin on it until it closes up and then leave it alone until the scab naturally comes off . January 11 , 2016 I recently burned my chin with a curling iron on November 20 of this year . The scab has gone but I am now left with a small circle a noticeably darker color than my skin tone ( about 3 or 5 shades darker ) . More recently , on December 17 , I burned the side of my jaw with the iron . The scab has now come off but the skin is awfully red and wrinkly . I am terrified that they will scar although the one on my chin seems to be going away . Any advice Rachel December 22 , 2015 Time heals all but to lighten the chin one I suggest you exfoliate with the Post Breakout Fading Gel and then use the Vitamin C&E Treatment daily . January 2 , 2016 Okay here ’ s what happened . I accedentally burned my friend ” s little sister ’ s cheek with a curling iron . And I immedieatey put an ice pack on it for roughly 5 - 10 minutes . It started to look all pink / red and blistery . The next day I went to her house and her sister seemed fine , but the burn had darkened a little and it was still pink . Her completion is is really light . I ’ m so scared . I feel guilty about what happened . What should Worried October 25 , 2015 Keep it moist , out of the sun and do n ’ t pick at it once it heals . When it ’ s just left with a dark mark , use the Post Breakout Fading Gel as mentioned in this post to fade the discoloration faster . October 31 , 2015 ← Older comments | [
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